Dear Mr. Ghosh,
I recently came across your Ibis trilogy and read them all in one go. I was just mesmerised with both the story and learning about the history of the place and time it is set in. These books now belong to my favourites and I just want to thank you for the weeks of enjoyment and the valuable history lessons.
After reading your books, I discoverd a historical painting of Canton’s foreign enclave tucked away in my hometown (Amsterdam)’s Rijksmuseum. The picture you painted in my head perfectly fit the actual painting when I saw it and staring at that painting, I could just see all the stories that took place there, just wishing I could go back in time and visit all those places myself.
Thanks again for sharing your talent and knowledge.
Best regards,
Jeroen