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Scotland to Shalimar

A Family's Life in India

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Pub Date Dec 1 2020 | Archive Date Jul 7 2020

History | Nonfiction (Adult)

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A captivating journey through generations of a British family in colonial India. Bryony Hill unveils a treasure trove of family memorabilia, offering a unique glimpse into the lives of those who traversed from Scotland to the heart of the Raj. Discover family portraits, vibrant watercolors, and cherished sketches alongside treasured recipes and tales of resilience.

Scotland to Shalimar paints a vivid portrait of British life in India, exploring the challenges, adaptations, and cultural exchanges that shaped their world. Perfect for readers interested in history, genealogy, and the personal stories that illuminate the grand tapestry of the British Empire.

  • Trace a family's journey from the Scottish Highlands to colonial India.
  • Explore the social customs, challenges, and triumphs of British families during the Raj.
  • Discover a unique blend of personal narrative and historical context.
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Advance Praise

'This is a charming book, which captures a side of our history seldom remembered; stoicism and invention in India before the dawn of the Raj, delight in the flowers and landscape, filling time during long days in a foreign land newly under British rule, and a sense of cheerful duty when confronted with the unexpected...Completely enchanting'; --Joanna Lumley OBE FRGS


All the ingredients of life, love, and cooking for generations of one British family in India before and during the Raj. I enjoyed every page. --Mary S Lovell The Mitford Girls, The Churchills, The Riviera Set

'This is a charming book, which captures a side of our history seldom remembered; stoicism and invention in India before the dawn of the Raj, delight in the flowers and landscape, filling time during...

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ISBN 9781913062132
PRICE $27.95 (USD)

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