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This is a reprint edition of the original book, first published in 1905. The entire book is printed in black and white. About The Book: "Calcutta Past and Present" by Kathleen Blechynden is a historical and cultural exploration of Calcutta (now Kolkata), tracing its evolution from a small village into the capital of British India. Blending vivid narrative with historical documentation, the book covers the city’s founding, colonial architecture, social life, key events, and prominent figures. Blechynden captures the transformation of Calcutta through political shifts, urban development, and cultural encounters, offering readers a rich, detailed portrait of the city during the British Raj. About The Author: Kathleen Blechynden (1856–1925) was a British writer and historian known for her works on colonial India, particularly focusing on Indian society and historical events from a British perspective. She lived in India for much of her life and drew on her experiences to write books such as A History of India and Calcutta, Past and Present. Her writings combined narrative history with personal observations, offering contemporary insights into India's political and cultural landscape during British rule. Blechynden's works remain valuable for historical reference. The Title 'Calcutta Past And Present written/authored/edited by Kathleen Blechynden', published in the year 1905. The ISBN 9789372259858 is assigned to the Paperback version of this title. This book has total of pp. 332 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is Calcutta. Size of the book is 13.34 x 21.59 cms.