The Holy City: Benares (1912)

By Rajani Ranjan Sen

Book Overview

The Holy City: Benares is a book written by Rajani Ranjan Sen and published in 1912. The book is a comprehensive study of the ancient city of Benares, which is considered one of the holiest cities in India. The book covers various aspects of the city, including its history, geography, religion, culture, and social life. It provides a detailed account of the city's religious significance and the various rituals and customs associated with it. The book also delves into the city's architecture, art, and literature, providing a glimpse into the vibrant cultural heritage of Benares. The author has drawn extensively from his own experiences and observations, as well as from various historical and literary sources, to present a vivid and insightful portrayal of this ancient city. The Holy City: Benares is a must-read for anyone interested in Indian culture, history, and spirituality.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1104394103
• ISBN13: 9781104394103
• Release Date: April 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 324 Pages
• Weight: 0.96 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"