Dictionary of Indian Biography is a reference book of significant figures in Indian history, authored by Charles Edward Buckland. Dictionary of Indian Biography is somewhere between a dictionary and an encyclopedia. The work features short entries on individuals, both foreign and domestic, that have been historically significant in the development of Indian. The book examines the period from about the mid-18th century until 1900. While this time period may seem narrow, the work includes nearly three thousand entries in total. A typical entry includes the most important biographical information about the subject, as well as their historical significance to the development of India. As a book written by an Englishman, there is a wealth of information provided on other English individuals, in addition to the many entries about native Indians. Dictionary of Indian Biography is a good source of information on the lives of historically significant figures in India's development. The book has been copiously researched, and while Buckland seems to overemphasize the contributions of English colonialists, the work is typically handled in a relatively fair manner. Students and scholars seeking information on a specific individual or individuals will likely find Charles Edward Buckland's Dictionary of Indian Biography to be a worthwhile read. The included entries are detailed yet concisely presented, and when taken as a whole the text provides copious amounts of information on the history of India. Those interested in the subject matter will likely find this to be a fascinating volume. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

Excerpt from The Indian Biographical Dictionary, 1915 It is inevitable that a work of this kind, passed through the press under difficulties and during intervals of time snatched from a busy working day, should contain some typographical errors. The errata issued will, it is hoped, tend to clear most of these. The Editor craves the indulgence of the public in this matter. Every practicable suggestion intended to improve the utility of the book will, the Editor wishes to add here, receive his best attention when the time comes to issue the next edition. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

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