harrym, what a tour de force! You paint a vivid picture of the vivid land that is the sub-continent of India. We clearly have another Danny in our midst and I, like others I'm sure, wait expectantly for more such painting with words. You take us many thousands of miles, as well as back in time, with accomplished ease. The result no doubt of much hard work and research, but the result is a triumph!
Thank you. More, much more, please!