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Madras in the olden times (2 Vol Set) / J Talboys Wheeler.

By: Material type: TextTextLanguage: English Publication details: Chennai : Maven Books, 2022.Edition: 1st edDescription: xvii, 434 p. : 23 cmISBN:
  • 9788180943843
Subject(s): DDC classification:
  • 954.823 WHE
Summary: "Madras in the Olden Time" by J. Talboys Wheeler offers a valuable historical glimpse into the early days of the Madras Presidency, centered around the establishment of Fort St. George. Drawing heavily from original government records, the work aims to present historical information in an accessible manner, sparing the reader from tedious obsolete details. It successfully delivers a detailed account of the region's formative years, providing insights into the political, social, and administrative developments that shaped the foundation of modern-day Chennai. This book is a very good resource for any one interested in the history of the Madras presidency.
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Reference Reference Kalaignar Centenary Library Madurai ENGLISH-REFERENCE BOOKS நான்காம் தளம் / Fourth floor 954.823 WHE (Browse shelf(Opens below)) volume-II Not for loan 198838

"Madras in the Olden Time" by J. Talboys Wheeler offers a valuable historical glimpse into the early days of the Madras Presidency, centered around the establishment of Fort St. George. Drawing heavily from original government records, the work aims to present historical information in an accessible manner, sparing the reader from tedious obsolete details. It successfully delivers a detailed account of the region's formative years, providing insights into the political, social, and administrative developments that shaped the foundation of modern-day Chennai. This book is a very good resource for any one interested in the history of the Madras presidency.

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