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Letters from India: The Correspondence of Lady Susan Ramsay, 1854–1856
Letters from India: The Correspondence of Lady Susan Ramsay, 1854–1856
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This fascinating volume reproduces the letters and journal of Lady Susan Ramsay (1837-1898), the elder daughter of the Marquess of Dalhousie, Governor-General of India from 1848 to 1856. Lady Susan was the youngest person to take up the role of vicereine of India and her letters and journal represent the unique viewpoint of a highly intelligent, witty, articulate and unprejudiced young woman. Accompanied by extensive introductions and annotations by Ross Nelson, this volume will be of great interest to students and scholars of Imperial History.
Format: Hardback
Length: 224 pages
Publication date: 22 December 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
This captivating volume presents the letters and journal of Lady Susan Ramsay (1837-1898), the esteemed elder daughter of the Marquess of Dalhousie, who served as the Governor-General of India from 1848 to 1856. Spanning a two-year period, the correspondence commenced with Susan's enthusiastic acceptance of her father's invitation to join him in Calcutta, following the untimely passing of her mother. It concluded with Susan's arrival alongside her father at Southampton. At the age of 17, Lady Susan became the youngest individual to assume the role of vicereine of India. Her letters and journal offer a unique perspective, showcasing the intelligence, wit, articulate nature, and unprejudiced outlook of a young woman from diverse locations, including Osborne on the Isle of Wight and Seringapatam in Mysore. The meticulous detail, maturity, and innovative quality of her writing bear resemblance to the works of notable early Victorian women such as Emily Eden, Emily Metcalfe, Charlotte Canning, and others.
Accompanied by extensive introductions and annotations provided by Ross Nelson, this volume holds immense appeal to students and scholars of Imperial History. It provides a valuable insight into the personal experiences and observations of Lady Susan Ramsay, shedding light on the social, political, and cultural landscape of 19th-century India.
Weight: 690g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032390413
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