Publisher's Synopsis
The book ""History Of The Indian Administration Of Lord Ellenborough: In His Correspondence With The Duke Of Wellington"" is a historical account of the administration of Lord Ellenborough in India during the mid-19th century. The book is written by Edward Law, who was a close associate of Lord Ellenborough and had access to his personal correspondence with the Duke of Wellington. The book provides a detailed analysis of Lord Ellenborough's policies and actions during his tenure as Governor-General of India from 1842 to 1844. It covers various aspects of Indian administration such as governance, military strategy, foreign policy, and economic development. The author also sheds light on the political and social context of India during that period, including the Anglo-Afghan War, the First Anglo-Sikh War, and the annexation of Sindh. The book highlights Lord Ellenborough's efforts to modernize and reform the Indian administration, including his establishment of the first railway line in India.Overall, ""History Of The Indian Administration Of Lord Ellenborough"" is a valuable resource for historians, scholars, and anyone interested in the history of British India. It provides a unique insight into the challenges and opportunities faced by the British administration in India during the mid-19th century.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.