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About The Book: India Ancient and Modern Geographical, Historical, Political, Social, and Religious; With a Particular Account of the State and Prospects of Christianity (1856) by David Oliver Allen is a comprehensive exploration of 19th-century India. It covers India’s geography, history, political landscape, and social structures, with particular focus on its religious diversity, including Hinduism, Islam, and local traditions. Allen, a missionary, dedicates significant attention to the state of Christianity in India, discussing missionary efforts, challenges, and prospects for conversion. The book provides valuable insights into colonial India and reflects Western missionary perspectives on the country’s spiritual and cultural life. About The Author: David Oliver Allen (1800–1863) was an American missionary and author, renowned for his work in India. Born in Massachusetts, he graduated from Amherst College and Andover Theological Seminary, and was ordained in 1827. Allen arrived in Bombay later that year, where he contributed significantly to missionary efforts, including overseeing a Marathi translation of the Bible. After the death of his wife in 1831, he continued his work, managing the Bombay printing establishment. Returning to the U.S. in 1853, he published India Ancient and Modern in 1856. His legacy includes pivotal contributions to Christian literature in Marathi and cultural insights into India. The Title 'India Ancient and Modern Geographical, Historical, Political, Social, And Religious; With A Particular Account of the State and Prospects of Christianity written/authored/edited by David O. Allen', published in the year 2025. The ISBN 9789369209811 is assigned to the Hardcover version of this title. This book has total of pp. 644 (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 14.34 x 22.59 cms.