A Letter From Warren Hastings, Esq., Governor-General Of Bengal, To The Court Of Directors Of The East-India Company (1784)

A Letter From Warren Hastings, Esq., Governor-General Of Bengal, To The Court Of Directors Of The East-India Company (1784) is a historic document written by Warren Hastings, who was the Governor-General of Bengal at the time. The book is a letter addressed to the Court of Directors of the East-India Company, which was the governing body responsible for overseeing British colonial activities in India. In this letter, Hastings provides a detailed account of his experiences and actions during his time as Governor-General. He discusses the challenges he faced in dealing with the local rulers and the various political and economic issues that he had to tackle. He also talks about his efforts to improve the administration and governance of Bengal, including his policies on taxation, trade, and justice.The book is an important primary source for historians studying the British colonial period in India. It provides valuable insights into the political and economic landscape of Bengal during the late 18th century and sheds light on the complex relationships between the British colonial officials and the local rulers. Overall, A Letter From Warren Hastings, Esq., Governor-General Of Bengal, To The Court Of Directors Of The East-India Company (1784) is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the history of British colonialism in India and the challenges faced by colonial administrators in managing a complex and diverse society.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.