Vicissitudes Of Fort St. George

By David Leighton

Book Overview

""Vicissitudes Of Fort St. George"" is a historical book written by David Leighton. The book is a detailed account of the history of Fort St. George, which was established by the British East India Company in the 17th century in Chennai, India. The book covers the various vicissitudes that the fort underwent in its long history, including the wars and battles that were fought in and around the fort, the political and economic changes that affected the fort, and the cultural and social changes that the fort witnessed over the centuries. The book also provides a fascinating insight into the lives of the people who lived and worked in the fort, including the British officers, soldiers, and merchants, as well as the Indian servants and laborers. The author has used a variety of sources, including official records, diaries, letters, and memoirs, to reconstruct the history of the fort and to bring to life the people who lived there. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the British Empire in India, as well as for those interested in the history of Chennai and the Tamil Nadu region.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: 1163234850
• ISBN13: 9781163234853
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 252 Pages
• Weight: 0.75 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"