History Of The Indian Administration Of Lord Ellenborough In His Correspondence With The Duke Of Wellington (1874)

The book ""History Of The Indian Administration Of Lord Ellenborough: In His Correspondence With The Duke Of Wellington"" was written by Edward Law, also known as Lord Ellenborough, and was published in 1874. The book provides a detailed account of Lord Ellenborough's administration during his tenure as the Governor-General of India, from 1842 to 1844. The book is based on Lord Ellenborough's correspondence with the Duke of Wellington, who was the Prime Minister of Britain at the time. The correspondence covers a wide range of topics, including Lord Ellenborough's policies and decisions, his interactions with the Indian rulers and the British officials, and the major events that occurred during his administration. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a specific aspect of Lord Ellenborough's administration. The chapters cover topics such as Lord Ellenborough's appointment as the Governor-General, his policies towards the Indian states, his reforms in the administration and the judiciary, his military campaigns, and his controversial decision to remove the famous ""Peacock Throne"" from the Red Fort in Delhi. The book also provides insights into Lord Ellenborough's personality and his approach towards governance. It highlights his strengths as an administrator, such as his decisiveness, his ability to take risks, and his willingness to challenge the established norms. At the same time, the book also acknowledges his weaknesses, such as his impulsive nature and his tendency to overlook the opinions of others. Overall, the book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of India and the British Empire. It provides a unique perspective on Lord Ellenborough's administration and sheds light on the complex and often contentious relationship between India and Britain during the 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.