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Recollections of Calcutta for over Half a Century

By Montague Massey
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The author offers personal reminiscences of decades in Calcutta, blending descriptive sketches of streets, public buildings, gardens, and infrastructural changes with anecdotes from social and official life. He recounts ceremonial pageantry, hospitality at viceregal residences, and encounters with prominent visitors, while reflecting on shifting customs and community moods across eras. The narrative favors measured, observational detail over sensationalism and is interspersed with illustrative plates and orderly sections that move between vivid scenes, institutional history, and private memory.

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Montague Massey

Montague Massey was a notable figure in the 19th century, recognized for his detailed observations and reflections on life in Calcutta. His work, "Recollections of Calcutta for over Half a Century," offers a vivid portrayal of the city during a transformative period, capturing the cultural and social dynamics of the time. Through his writing, Massey provides valuable insights into the experiences of residents and the historical context of British India. His contributions to literature serve as an important resource for understanding the complexities of colonial life and the evolution of Calcutta.

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