Typescript, undated, of 'Indian diary' by Violet Jacobs., 1922-1923.
Item
Identifier: MS.27415
Scope and Contents
Diary of a second visit to India when Violet Jacob and her husband returned to some of the places they had known in 1895-1900. It describes their journey from Port Said to Bhopal and travels to Agra, Mhow, Dhar, and other places. There are lively descriptions of social visits, especially to Sultan Jehan Begum, the ruler of Bhopal, local life, archaeological remains, scenery and plants.
Dates
- Creation: 1922-1923.
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Conditions Governing Use
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Extent
165 Leaves ; Quarto.
Arrangement
vi + 159 folios.
Repository Details
Part of the National Library of Scotland Archives and Manuscripts Division Repository
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Archives and Manuscript Division
National Library of Scotland
George IV Bridge
Edinburgh EH1 1EJ
0131 623 3700
manuscripts@nls.uk