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Nevinson, Henry Woodd
1856
1941
Nevinson, H. W. (Henry Woodd)
Nevinson, Henry W.
Nevinson, Henry Wood
09012037
The new spirit in India
$aUnited Kingdom :$bHarper & Brothers, $c1908.
Introduction -- A servant of India -- Rats and men -- The extremist -- The ryot's burden -- The southern city [Madras] -- On the beach -- The floods of Orissa -- "Lord of the world" -- The divided land -- Swadeshi and the volunteers -- The nawab -- Three Bengalis and the papers -- A mahratta shoe -- A city of God -- The patient earth -- The arya Samaj -- A festival of spring -- Summary and conclusion.
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"The New Spirit in India" by Henry Woodd Nevinson is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book examines the sociopolitical landscape of India during a period of significant change and unrest, particularly focusing on events surrounding British colonial rule and growing nationalist sentiments. It provides an insight into the lives, struggles, and aspirations of Indian reformers and leaders during this transformative time, exploring themes of self-governance and national identity. The opening of the text establishes a backdrop of the festival of Diwali in Poona, a vibrant celebration contrasted against the somber reality of a recent plague outbreak that has left many homes dark and empty. Nevinson introduces key figures such as Mr. Gopal Krishna Gokhale, a notable leader dedicated to social and political reform through the "Servants of India Society." The narrative captures the spirit of camaraderie among family and community while hinting at the deep divisions and growing discontent caused by British policies. The subsequent chapters promise to delve deeper into the socio-economic conditions of the time, highlighting the tensions between colonial authorities and the Indian populace, illuminating a society on the brink of change. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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India -- Description and travel
India -- Politics and government -- 1765-1947
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