The Expansion Of British India: 1818-1858 (1918)

By George Anderson

Book Overview

The Expansion of British India: 1818-1858 is a historical book written by George Anderson and published in 1918. The book provides a detailed account of the expansion of British India during the period of 1818 to 1858. It covers the political, social, and economic aspects of this expansion, including the annexation of various territories, the establishment of British rule, and the impact of British policies on the Indian people.Anderson traces the history of British India from the end of the Mughal Empire to the establishment of the British Raj. He describes the various military campaigns that were undertaken by the British, including the conquest of Punjab and the annexation of Oudh. He also examines the social and economic changes that occurred during this period, such as the introduction of Western education and the impact of the railway system.The book is based on extensive research and provides a comprehensive analysis of the factors that contributed to the expansion of British India. It also highlights the challenges faced by the British in their efforts to establish and maintain their rule over India.Overall, The Expansion of British India: 1818-1858 is an important historical work that provides valuable insights into the complex history of British India. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of colonialism and its impact on 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: 1437292909
• ISBN13: 9781437292909
• Release Date: November 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 212 Pages
• Weight: 0.64 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"