The Life Of Robert, Lord Clive V3: Collected From The Family Papers Communicated By The Earl Of Powis

By John Malcolm

Book Overview

""The Life of Robert, Lord Clive V3: Collected from the Family Papers Communicated by the Earl of Powis"" is a biography written by John Malcolm about the life of Robert Clive, also known as Lord Clive. This book is the third volume in a series of biographies about Lord Clive, and it focuses on his life as collected from the family papers communicated by the Earl of Powis. Robert Clive was a British soldier and statesman who played a significant role in the establishment of British rule in India during the 18th century. He is known for his military victories in India, including the Battle of Plassey in 1757, which paved the way for British colonial rule in India. This biography provides a comprehensive account of Lord Clive's life, from his childhood in England to his military campaigns in India and his later years as a politician. The author draws on a wealth of primary sources, including letters, diaries, and other documents from Lord Clive's family, to provide a detailed and nuanced portrait of this complex historical figure. Overall, ""The Life of Robert, Lord Clive V3: Collected from the Family Papers Communicated by the Earl of Powis"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of British colonialism in India, as well as the life and legacy of one of its most influential figures.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: 1430444878
• ISBN13: 9781430444879
• Release Date: January 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 424 Pages
• Weight: 1.36 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"