About the Book: Almora A Gazetteer (1911)
This Gazetteer is based on Mr. E.T Atkinsons Himalayan Gazetteer in three
volumes. When that book was written the old Kumaon district consisting of the
present Almora and Naini Tal districts was still in existence. Details regarding
what is now the Almora district are fairly abundant and my task has consisted
chiefly in bringing them up to date. For assistance and information I am much
indebted to Messrs. E.G. Alien and Stiffe, successive Deputy Commissioners to
Messrs.