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About The Book: This book sheds light on the emergence of murder as a distinct crime after humanity's departure from a state of purity and virtue. It specifically focuses on the practice of infanticide, which has been witnessed and accepted to different extents among diverse tribes and nations worldwide. The author explores the origins of these practices, revealing their connection to distorted religious ideologies and flawed social structures. By delving into this subject matter, the book offers valuable insights into the complex relationship between human behavior, cultural beliefs, and societal norms. About The Author: John Wilson (1804–1875), a Scottish Christian missionary, orientalist, and educator, dedicated his life to serving in the Bombay presidency of British India. Beginning in 1819, he pursued higher education at the University of Edinburgh, immersing himself in the study of linguistics, philosophy, and theology for an impressive eight years. During this time, Wilson diligently mastered several languages, including Gujarati, Hebrew, Greek, Latin, Urdu, Hindi, Persian, Arabic, and Zend. As he progressed in his studies, Wilson discovered a deep calling for teaching and subsequently focused his efforts on furthering his knowledge in that field. In 1828, he successfully completed his studies at the University, graduating with a degree. The Title 'History of the Suppression of Infanticide in Western India Under the Government of Bombay Including Notices of the Provinces and Tribes in Which the Practice has Prevailed written/authored/edited by John Wilson', published in the year 2023. The ISBN 9788121288286 is assigned to the Paperback version of this title. This book has total of pp. 461 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is History. Size of the book is 13.34 x 21.59 cms Vol:-