The Oriental Races and Tribes, Residents and Visitors of Bombay, A Series of Photographs, with Letter-Press Descriptions Volume In 2 Vols (Set)(Paperback, William Johnson)
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About The Book: This two-volume book is a compilation of photographs portraying the diverse people and tribes of Bombay (Mumbai) in the mid-19th century. Noted as India's most populous city, Bombay attracts a diverse array of races and tribes from Central Asia and beyond. The carefully assembled photographs cater to the interests of geography, ethnography, and art enthusiasts. The first volume emphasizes specific regions like Gujarat, Kutch, and Kathiawar, while the second volume delves into the Maratha Country. About The Author: William Johnson was a British civil servant and pioneering photographer in Bombay (Mumbai) from 1848 to 1861, played a crucial role in early Indian photography. Johnson's photographs, often used as souvenirs, contributed to the British administration's larger ethnographic project, influencing perceptions of the subcontinent and setting visual precedents for subsequent studies. The Title 'The Oriental Races and Tribes, Residents and Visitors of Bombay, A Series of Photographs, with Letter-Press Descriptions written/authored/edited by William Johnson', published in the year 2024. The ISBN 9788121255769 is assigned to the Paperback version of this title. This book has total of pp. 216 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is Social Science. Size of the book is 22.59 x 28.94 cms Vol:- In 2 Vols (Set)
