Travels In India

Travels in India: During the Years 1780, 1781, 1782, and 1783 is a travelogue written by William Hodges in 1794. The book details Hodges' experiences during his travels in India between 1780 and 1783. Hodges was an English painter and was appointed as the official artist on Captain James Cook's second voyage to the South Pacific in 1772. In 1780, he travelled to India as a member of the British East India Company.The book is divided into four parts, each covering a year of Hodges' travels. In the first part, Hodges describes his journey from England to India, including his stopovers in Madeira and St. Helena. He also provides a detailed account of his arrival in Calcutta and his first impressions of the city.In the second part, Hodges travels to various parts of India, including Benares, Agra, and Delhi. He describes the architecture, customs, and traditions of the people he encounters, as well as the natural beauty of the landscapes he sees.The third part of the book focuses on Hodges' travels in the southern part of India, including Madras, Tanjore, and Trichinopoly. Here, he observes the differences between the northern and southern regions of India and the various cultural and religious practices.The final part of the book covers Hodges' return journey to England, including his stopovers in the Cape of Good Hope and St. Helena. He reflects on his experiences in India and the impact they had on him as an artist and a person.Travels in India: During the Years 1780, 1781, 1782, and 1783 provides a detailed and insightful account of India during the late 18th century. Hodges' observations on the people, culture, and landscapes of India make this book an important historical document and a fascinating read for anyone interested in the history and culture of India.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and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.