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About The Book: A Hand-Book of Benares is a comprehensive guide to the ancient city of Benares (now Varanasi), India, offering detailed insights into its history, culture, landmarks, and religious significance. Often regarded as one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world, Benares is a spiritual center, particularly for Hindus. The book explores the city's temples, ghats, rituals, and festivals, highlighting its role as a hub of learning, art, and spirituality. It serves as both a historical document and a practical guide for visitors, providing a glimpse into the profound cultural and religious legacy of this revered city. About The Author: Arthur Caswell Parker (1881–1955) was a prominent Native American archaeologist, historian, and folklorist of Seneca descent. Director of the Rochester Museum of Arts and Sciences (1924–1945), Parker advanced research in anthropology, natural history, and the Genesee Region. He was a key figure in preserving Iroquois culture and artifacts, notably rescuing items during the 1911 New York State Capitol fire. He co-founded the Society of American Indians and became its president. In 1935, he became the first president of the Society for American Archaeology. After retiring, Parker continued his work in Native American advocacy and passed away in 1955. The Title 'A Hand-Book of Benares written/authored/edited by Arthur Parker', published in the year 2025. The ISBN 9789370144590 is assigned to the Paperback version of this title. This book has total of pp. 101 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is Religion. Size of the book is 13.34 x 21.59 cms.