Thirty-eight years in India: from Juganath to the Himalaya Mountains

Thirty-Eight Years in India: From Juganath to the Himalaya Mountains Vol. 1 by William Tayler is a richly illustrated memoir detailing his experiences as a British civil servant in India from 1829 to 1867. Tayler served in various administrative roles, including as Commissioner of Patna. The volume offers vivid descriptions of Indian landscapes, cultural practices, and colonial life, complemented by 100 of his own illustrations. This work provides a unique perspective on 19th-century India through the eyes of a British official.Thirty-Eight Years in India: From Juganath to the Himalaya Mountains – Volume 2 by William Tayler continues his detailed memoir of life as a British civil servant in India. This volume offers further insights into his administrative roles, travels, and observations across the Indian subcontinent. Tayler documents his experiences with vivid descriptions of local cultures, landscapes, and political dynamics, supplemented by over 100 of his own illustrations. The book is an invaluable resource for understanding 19th-century British colonial India