The Marquess Of Dalhousie

By William Wilson Hunter

Book Overview

The Marquess of Dalhousie is a biography written by William Wilson Hunter that chronicles the life and achievements of James Andrew Broun-Ramsay, the 1st Marquess of Dalhousie. The book delves into the early life of the Marquess, his education, and his entry into politics. It also explores his tenure as the Governor-General of India, during which he implemented several reforms that had a lasting impact on the country.The book provides a detailed account of the Marquess's efforts to modernize India's infrastructure, including the construction of railways and telegraph lines. It also covers his controversial policies, such as the Doctrine of Lapse, which allowed the British to annex Indian states that did not have a male heir.Hunter's biography offers a nuanced portrayal of the Marquess, highlighting both his achievements and his flaws. It also sheds light on the political and social context of 19th-century India, providing readers with a deeper understanding of the challenges faced by the Marquess and the impact of his policies.Overall, The Marquess of Dalhousie is a well-researched and engaging biography that provides a fascinating insight into the life of one of the most influential figures in British India.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1432657321
• ISBN13: 9781432657321
• Release Date: June 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 228 Pages
• Weight: 0.75 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"