The Land Of The Permauls

The Land of the Permauls: Or Cochin, Its Past and Its Present is a book written by Francis Day and published in 1863. The book is a detailed account of the history, culture, and society of Cochin, a city located in the southern Indian state of Kerala. Day, who was a British colonial administrator and naturalist, spent several years living in Cochin and became fascinated by the city's rich cultural heritage.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of Cochin's history and culture. Day begins by describing the geography and natural resources of the region, including its lush forests, fertile soil, and abundant wildlife. He then goes on to discuss the various ethnic and religious groups that have inhabited Cochin over the centuries, including the Jews, Arabs, and Portuguese.Day also provides a detailed account of the political and economic history of Cochin, including its role as a major center of trade and commerce. He describes the city's many markets, ports, and warehouses, as well as its thriving textile and spice industries. In addition, Day provides a fascinating glimpse into the daily life of Cochin's residents, including their customs, traditions, and social practices.Overall, The Land of the Permauls: Or Cochin, Its Past and Its Present is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of southern India. Day's detailed and insightful account provides a wealth of information about this fascinating region, and his vivid descriptions of Cochin's people, places, and customs bring the city to life in vivid detail.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.