Isbn: 9781528124560 - letters from fort st. george, 1744, vol. 26 (classic reprint) (3 risultati)

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

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

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book contains a collection of letters from the President and Council of Fort St. George, providing a unique insight into the political, economic, and social landscape of 18th-century South India. The letters offer a firsthand account of the British East India Company's activities in the region, encompassing trade negotiations, military campaigns, and diplomatic relations with local rulers. Through these detailed dispatches, the author illuminates the complex dynamics that shaped the region during a period of significant transformation. The letters illustrate the challenges faced by the Company in maintaining its commercial interests amidst geopolitical uncertainties. The author explores the intricate web of alliances and conflicts between the British, French, Dutch, and local powers, highlighting the strategies employed to secure trading privileges and expand territorial control. By examining the internal workings of the Company, the book sheds light on its administrative structure, financial management, and the lives of its employees in the subcontinent. The correspondence also offers valuable insights into the social and cultural milieu of the time. The author delves into the relationships between the Company and the local population, exploring issues of cultural exchange, religious practices, and the impact of European influence on traditional societies. Through these letters, the book reconstructs a vivid picture of the social and cultural fabric of 18th-century South India, capturing the complexities of a region undergoing profound change. 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.…