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Various
Verschillende
Various, Various
Charton, Édouard
1807
1890
Charton, Edouard
Le Tour du Monde; Pondichéry
Journal des voyages et des voyageurs; 2e Sem. 1905
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"Le Tour du Monde; Pondichéry" by Various is a travel journal written in the early 20th century. This publication is part of a series chronicling journeys and explorations around the globe, specifically focusing on the French colonial territory of Pondichéry in India. The book likely discusses various aspects of the region, including its culture, politics, architecture, and commerce, painting a vivid picture of life in this unique enclave during the colonial period. The opening of the work highlights the challenging access to Pondichéry by sea and the duality of its urban environment, which consists of both a "white town" (European) and an "Indian town," divided by a canal. The narrator reflects on their experiences in Pondichéry, detailing the history of the area, the challenges posed by political dynamics, and the charming atmosphere of its streets and architecture. Furthermore, the text introduces the local population, capturing the essence of their daily lives, observations about commerce, local governance, and the contrasts between European and Indian customs within this colonial setting. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 79.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Geography -- Pictorial works -- Periodicals
Voyages and travels -- Periodicals
Travelers -- Periodicals
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Browsing: Culture/Civilization/Society
Browsing: Travel & Geography
Category: Travel Writing
Category: French Literature
Category: History - Modern (1750+)
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