9780282674205 - British India, Its Races and Its History, Considered With Reference to the Mutinies of 1857, Vol. 2: A Series of Lectures Addressed to the Students of the Working M... (4 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a compelling look at the expansion of the British Empire in India during the early 19th century, a period of significant upheaval and change. The author guides readers through a series of events that reshaped the political landscape of the subcontinent, including the Goorkha War, the Pindarree Wars and the Second Mahratta War. The author carefully examines the complex motives and strategies employed by the British East India Company as it gradually asserted its dominance over various Indian kingdoms and principalities. From the strategic acquisition of key territories to the skillful manipulation of rivalries among Indian rulers, the book unveils the intricate web of power politics that defined the era. Through a detailed account of military campaigns, treaties, and internal conflicts, the author explores the impact of British rule on Indian society. Readers gain insight into the complexities of the British colonial administration, the exploitation of Indian resources, and the social and economic consequences of British policies. The book's rich narrative, encompassing military skirmishes, political machinations, and the lives of key figures like Lord Hastings, offers a nuanced and informative account of a pivotal period in the history of British India. Ultimately, this work sheds light on the forces that shaped the subcontinent and underscores the enduring legacy of the British Empire in India. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.

Condición: Sehr gut. Zustand: Sehr gut | Seiten: 402 | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar.