India – 1903 book on Sikhs and India heavily illustrated Akalis. Decorative cloth, gilt bumped and edge worn, slightly marked. One plate almost detached, otherwise binding secure. Owner initials top ffep. Moderate foxing, but illus and most of text unaffected. xii + 210pp 100 chromolithograph plates + tissue guards all present. A detailed record of the celebrations in Delhi for the coronation (in absentia) of Edward VII as King Emperor, with the many ceremonial outfits beautifully illustrated. Covers the Punjab and Sikhs and Gurus. Numerous  illustrated plates of Nihung Sikh warriors