Publisher's Synopsis
The Life and Correspondence of Charles, Lord Metcalfe V1 is a biographical book written by Charles Theophilus Metcalfe in 1858. The book tells the story of Charles Metcalfe, a British colonial administrator who served as the Governor-General of India from 1835 to 1836. The book is divided into two volumes, with the first volume focusing on Metcalfe's early life and career in India, while the second volume covers his later years and his return to England. The book includes a wealth of correspondence between Metcalfe and other notable figures of the time, such as Queen Victoria, Lord Palmerston, and Sir Robert Peel.Throughout the book, readers will gain insight into Metcalfe's political views and his efforts to promote social and economic reform in India. The book also offers a fascinating glimpse into the complexities of British colonial rule in the 19th century.Overall, The Life and Correspondence of Charles, Lord Metcalfe V1 is a well-researched and engaging biography that sheds light on an important figure in British colonial history.In Two Volumes.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.
