Letters Written During a Trip to Southern India & Ceylon: In the Winter of 1876-1877

Letters Written During a Trip to Southern India & Ceylon: In the Winter of 1876–1877 by C. R. Williams is a travelogue composed of personal letters describing the author’s journey through South India and Ceylon (now Sri Lanka). Williams vividly captures landscapes, local customs, religious practices, and colonial life during the late 19th century. The letters reflect a European traveler’s perspective, blending curiosity with cultural commentary. This work offers valuable historical insights into the region’s society, environment, and colonial encounters during that period.