A series of manuscripts in which Hodgson explores some of his interests concerning the Indian sub-continent.
Hodgson Brian Houghton 1800-1894 OrientalistA series of four manuscripts providing some insight into Hodgson's research into Buddhism.
Hodgson Brian Houghton 1800-1894 OrientalistThere are four bound manuscripts. There are also handwritten and printed loose notes, pages and letters concerned with the preparation of the material.
A series of manuscripts concerning Hodgson's interest in the question of vernacular education in India.
Hodgson Brian Houghton 1800-1894 OrientalistTwo typewritten manuscripts:
- Introduction to The Burushaski Language by D.L.R. Lorimer
- Report on Expedition to Gilgit and Hunza, India by Lt. Col. and Mrs. D.L.R. Lorimer 1934-1935
The manuscripts compiled by Edward William West. Many of these were listed by de Menasce. West was interested in many topics which are reflected in these manuscripts.
West Edward William 1824-1905 Translator of Pahlavi Texts, EngineerTwo sets of notes, probably those mentioned in Carter's letter for Miss Neilsen (LOR/2/1/5) - notes from Lorimer concerning language and Carter's notes on his tour of Gupis and Ishkoman.
Lorimer David Lockhart Robertson 1876-1962 India administrator, linguistThere are two typed manuscripts concerned with the translations of the works of Evliya Celebi.
Allen William Edward David 1901-1973 Caucasus historianJohn Drew Bate was active in producing manuscripts about both religious and cultural matters. Some of the manuscripts in this collection reached publication, others are only in draft version. Many are handwritten with copious annotations showing something of Bate's working process.
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This series contains catalogues and handlists for the manuscripts within the Society's collections.