India (1888) is a historical book written by John Strachey, a British civil servant who served as the Financial Member of the Council of India. The book provides a comprehensive overview of India's history, culture, and society during the late 19th century, when the country was under British rule.The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a specific aspect of India's history and society. The first chapter provides an introduction to India's geography, climate, and natural resources. The following chapters cover topics such as India's ancient history, its religions, social structure, and political system.Strachey also discusses the impact of British rule on India, including the policies and reforms introduced by the British government. He examines the economic, social, and cultural changes that occurred during this period and offers his insights into the challenges facing India as it transitioned from a traditional society to a modern nation.Overall, India (1888) is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Indian history and culture. It provides a detailed and nuanced perspective on India's past and present, and sheds light on the complex relationship between India and the British Empire.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.