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About The Book: The author has curated a compelling collection of correspondence titled "Letters to Nobody, 1908-1913." Within the book, these letters are thoughtfully organized into distinct chapters, each illuminating various facets of the author's life and their encounters during this five-year period. These collection seem to present a wide range of topics and experiences in the author's life in India during the years 1908-1913. Here is a brief summary of the chapters. the author embarks on a journey filled with wild tiger encounters, political engagement in the 1909-1910 Legislative Council Session, and vivid travels through Sambhalpur, Harda, Delhi, and Peterhof. The narrative unfolds with captivating adventures in Kashmir, The Kyber, Sirmoor, and Benares, followed by mystical Sunderbunds encounters and insights into a Reformed Legislative Council. Further chapters explore Assam Rhinoceros encounters, insights into the Government of India in Simla, and encounters with Terai tigers and Sir John Hewett in the United Provinces. The book dives into Kathiawar lion encounters and interactions with Sir George Clarke, India's rich fauna, and the grandeur of the Second Durbar. About The Author: Sir Guy Fleetwood Wilson (1850-1940) was a distinguished British public servant, specializing in finance. Born in Florence, Italy, he joined the Home Civil Service in 1870 and later served as private secretary in Egypt. In 1883, he moved to the War Office, eventually becoming the first director-general of army finance in 1904. In 1907, he assumed the role of finance member of the council of the governor-general of India. Knighted in 1902 and a privy counsellor in 1914, he was an avid reader of The Times throughout his life and passed away in Stratford-upon-Avon at the age of 90. The Title 'Letters to Nobody 1908-1913 written/authored/edited by Sir Guy Fleetwood Wilson', published in the year 2023. The ISBN 9788121282208 is assigned to the Paperback version of this title. This bo