Grand moving diorama of Hindostan : $b displaying the scenery of the Hoogly, the Bhagirathi, and the Ganges, from Fort William, Bengal, to Gangoutri, in the Himalaya

"Grand Moving Diorama of Hindostan" is a visual spectacle and descriptive account that showcases the scenery and cultural elements of the Hoogly, the Bhāgīrathī, and the Ganges River, likely written in the early to mid-19th century. The work is structured as a diorama presentation, intended to convey the picturesque beauty and cultural richness of the Indian landscape, alongside historical insights related to British colonial interactions in the region. The diorama displays various scenes including religious ceremonies, customs, and daily life of the inhabitants along these significant waterways. The opening of the diorama introduces readers to the curated visual journey along the Ganges from its source at Gangoutrī in the Himalayas to Fort William in Bengal. The text begins with rich descriptions of historical setups, including the establishment of English trade routes in India, leading into a vivid depiction of the river's course. As the narrative unfolds, it highlights cultural practices such as Hindu rituals and local livelihoods that revolve around the sacred Ganges, painting a comprehensive picture of the region's spiritual and daily existence. This blend of history, geography, and cultural nuances sets a captivating tone for the readers who are invited to explore both the beauty and complexity of Hindostan during this era. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Fanny Parkes or Parks (1794–1875) was a travel writer from Wales, known for her extensive journals about colonial India, where she lived for 24 years. These are recorded in her memoirs Wanderings of a Pilgrim in Search of the Picturesque. in which she acknowledged authorship only by a signature in Urdu script. In 1970, extracts from her memoirs, Begums, Thugs and White Mughals, became available for the first time since their original appearance in 1850. The first biography, by Barbara Eaton, Fanny Parks: Intrepid Memsahib, appeared in 2018.