Publisher's Synopsis
Interesting Historical Events, Part 2: Relative To The Provinces Of Bengal And The Empire Of Indostan is a book written by John Zephaniah Holwell in 1767. The book is a continuation of the first part of Interesting Historical Events, which was published in 1755. The second part of the book focuses on the history of Bengal and the Empire of Indostan, which is now known as India. Holwell was an East India Company employee who lived in India for many years. He witnessed many significant historical events during his time in India, including the Battle of Plassey in 1757, which marked the beginning of British rule in India. In this book, Holwell provides a detailed account of the events leading up to the Battle of Plassey and the aftermath of the battle. He also discusses the political and social conditions in Bengal and the rest of India during his time there. The book is divided into chapters, each of which covers a different topic related to the history of Bengal and Indostan. Some of the topics covered in the book include the reigns of various Indian rulers, the customs and traditions of the people of Bengal, and the impact of British rule on the region. Overall, Interesting Historical Events, Part 2: Relative To The Provinces Of Bengal And The Empire Of Indostan provides a unique perspective on the history of India during the 18th century. Holwell's first-hand accounts of the events he witnessed and his insights into the culture of the region make this book a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of 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.
