Echoes From Old Calcutta (Classic Reprint): Being Chiefly Reminiscences of the Days of Warren, Hastings, Francis, and Impey - Couverture souple

H. E. Busteed

9781330786055: Echoes From Old Calcutta (Classic Reprint): Being Chiefly Reminiscences of the Days of Warren, Hastings, Francis, and Impey

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ISBN 10 : 133078605X ISBN 13 : 9781330786055

Editeur : Forgotten Books, 2018

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Echoes from Old Calcutta invites you into a vivid portrait of 18th‑century Calcutta, where history, society, and personal lives intertwine. This nonfiction volume revisits the days of Warren Hastings, Impey, and Philip Francis, offering a lively mix of historical events, personal reminiscences, and social detail. Readable and engaging, it sheds light on a pivotal era that shaped the early years of imperial India.

From the Black Hole of Calcutta to the corridors of power in Fort William, this edition blends documentary material with narrative sketches. You’ll encounter portraits of key figures, glimpses of court life, and the daily rhythms of Anglo‑Indian society. The book also highlights the enduring value of scholarly curiosity about a past that foundations modern governance.

Character sketches and real‑life incidents that bring history to life.

Behind‑the‑scenes details about early political and legal affairs.

Illustrations and appendices that deepen the context of the period.

Letters and anecdotes that reveal domestic life in Old Calcutta.

Ideal for readers of historical biography and colonial history, especially those curious about Calcutta’s early days and the people who shaped its course.

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This book was originally published prior to 1923, and represents a reproduction of an important historical work, maintaining the same format as the original work. While some publishers have opted to apply OCR (optical character recognition) technology to the process, we believe this leads to sub-optimal results (frequent typographical errors, strange characters and confusing formatting) and does not adequately preserve the historical character of the original artifact. We believe this work is culturally important in its original archival form. While we strive to adequately clean and digitally enhance the original work, there are occasionally instances where imperfections such as blurred or missing pages, poor pictures or errant marks may have been introduced due to either the quality of the original work or the scanning process itself. Despite these occasional imperfections, we have brought it back into print as part of our ongoing global book preservation commitment, providing customers with access to the best possible historical reprints. We appreciate your understanding of these occasional imperfections, and sincerely hope you enjoy seeing the book in a format as close as possible to that intended by the original publisher.

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�diteur: Forgotten Books
Date d'�dition: 2018
Langue: anglais
ISBN 10: 133078605X
ISBN 13: 9781330786055
Reliure: Broch�
Nombre de pages: 509
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Echoes From Old Calcutta (Classic Reprint)

H. E. Busteed

Edit� par Forgotten Books, 2018

ISBN 10 : 133078605X ISBN 13 : 9781330786055

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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book, focusing on an incident of historical importance in 1756, chronicles the captivating tale of the capture of Calcutta and the tragic events that followed. The book delves into the details and circumstances leading up to the British occupation of Calcutta, laying bare the tensions and conflicts that characterized the region at the time. The author provides context by tracing the establishment and gradual growth of the British settlement in Bengal, highlighting the political dynamics and economic interests that shaped the region's history. The book delves into the relationship between the British East India Company and the local rulers, exploring the challenges and negotiations that marked their interactions. The core of the book centers on the fateful events of June 1756, when the Nawab of Bengal, Siraj ud-Daulah, attacked and captured Calcutta. The author vividly recounts the siege, focusing on the unpreparedness of the British garrison and the subsequent surrender of Fort William. The tragic aftermath of the surrender, known as the Black Hole tragedy, where many British prisoners perished in appalling conditions, is also examined. The book explores the broader historical implications of these events, discussing their impact on the British presence in India and the subsequent rise of the East India Company's power in the region. It examines the political and economic consequences of the capture of Calcutta, providing insights into the complexities of colonial rule in India. Ultimately, this book offers a valuable account of a pivotal moment in Indian history, capturing the drama, tragedy, and political intrigue that shaped the course of events. Through meticulous research and vivid storytelling, the author sheds light on a significant chapter in the history of British colonialism and its enduring legacy 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. N� de r�f. du vendeur 9781330786055_0

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