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About The Book: Some South Indian Villages by Gilbert Slater is a comprehensive study of rural life in South India, focusing on the social, economic, and cultural dynamics of village communities. The book examines various aspects of village life, including land tenure systems, agriculture, caste relations, and the role of traditional institutions. Slater delves into the everyday practices and customs of villagers, highlighting their interactions with nature, religion, and the colonial administration. His work provides a detailed anthropological and sociological perspective on South Indian villages during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, offering insights into rural India’s complexities. About The Editor: Gilbert Slater (1864–1938) was an English economist and social reformer known for his contributions to rural development in India and his studies on economic and social issues. His notable works include Some South Indian Villages (1918), examining rural life in South India, and The Dravidian Element in Indian Culture (1924), exploring cultural aspects of southern India. Slater also authored The Making of Modern England (1915) and Southern India, Its Political and Economic Problems (1936), focusing on English and Indian economic conditions. His work spanned issues of poverty, banking, unemployment, and the role of the state in economic development. The Title 'Some South Indian Villages written/authored/edited by Editor: Gilbert Slater', published in the year 2025. The ISBN 9789370979888 is assigned to the Paperback version of this title. This book has total of pp. 346 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is Economic conditions. Size of the book is 13.34 x 21.59 cms.