This collection of letters provides a fascinating glimpse into life in colonial Madras during the 19th century. Written by Julia Charlotte Maitland, a British woman living in India at the time, the letters are filled with vivid descriptions of daily life, as well as anecdotes and observations about the people and culture of India. Perfect for anyone interested in colonial history or women's history. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.