Indian Life

Book Details:

• ISBN: 9788170209553
• Author: J. C. Oman
• Pages: 320 pp
• Year of Publishing: 1999
• Binding: Hardbound
• Publisher: Cosmo Publications

John Campbell Oman was a distinguished traveller and writer whose works stand out in the genre of exploration and travel writing. His extensive travels across India—from the Vale of Kashmir to the tropical uplands of the South, and from the borders of the Indus to the banks of the Brahmaputra—provided him with an intimate understanding of the country's diverse culture and people. In this book, Oman recounts his experiences and observations, offering profound insights into various aspects of Indian life.

The book covers a wide range of subjects, including Hindu Asterism, the lives of Yogis and Mahatmas, Buddhism, temples and monasteries, strange cults in Islam, the Golden Temple of the Sikhs, Arya Samaj and Brahmo Samaj, Indian Theatre, festivals, superstitions, witchcraft, and fortune tellers. Oman’s account offers readers a multifaceted view of India through his personal interactions and observations, showcasing his deep understanding of the people and their intellectual and spiritual life.

This edition is a reprint of the original 1889 edition published in London.