Handbook of the Bengal Presidency: With an Account of Calcutta City

The Handbook of the Bengal Presidency by John Murray and Edward Backhouse Eastwick offers a comprehensive guide to the Bengal region during the 19th century, with a detailed account of Calcutta (now Kolkata). It covers geography, history, culture, administration, and social life, providing valuable insights for travelers and scholars. The work serves as both a practical resource and a cultural reflection of British colonial India, highlighting key landmarks, institutions, and the dynamic interplay of local and British influences in the region.