The Earl Of Mayo: Rulers Of India (1891)

By William Wilson Hunter

Book Overview

The Earl of Mayo: Rulers of India (1891) is a historical book written by William Wilson Hunter. The book provides a detailed account of the life and reign of Richard Bourke, the 6th Earl of Mayo, who served as the Viceroy and Governor-General of India from 1869 to 1872. Hunter's book explores Mayo's life and career, his policies, and the events that took place during his tenure in India. The author also discusses the challenges and opportunities that Mayo faced during his time in India, including the Indian famine of 1870 and the rising tensions between the British and the Indian population. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of India during the British colonial period, as it provides a unique perspective on the British Raj and the role of the Viceroy in governing India. Overall, The Earl of Mayo: Rulers of India (1891) is a well-researched and informative book that sheds light on an important period in Indian history.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: 1437293905
• ISBN13: 9781437293906
• Release Date: November 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 216 Pages
• Weight: 0.65 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"