Colonies And Dependencies

""Colonies and Dependencies: India and the Colonies"" is a book written by James Sutherland Cotton and published in 1883. The book is a comprehensive study of the British Empire's colonies and dependencies, with a particular focus on India. The author provides an in-depth analysis of the history, geography, culture, and politics of these territories, exploring their economic and social structures, as well as the impact of British colonialism on the people and societies living there. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part focusing on India. Cotton delves into the history of British rule in India, examining the various policies and practices that shaped the country's development under colonialism. He also explores the cultural and religious diversity of India, as well as the social and economic conditions of its people. The second part of the book looks at the British Empire's other colonies and dependencies, including Canada, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, and the West Indies. Cotton provides a detailed account of the political and social structures of each territory, as well as their economic development and relationship with Britain. Overall, ""Colonies and Dependencies: India and the Colonies"" is a comprehensive and insightful study of the British Empire's colonial and imperialist policies. It offers a valuable historical perspective on the impact of colonialism on the territories under British rule, and provides a useful resource for anyone interested in the history of the British Empire and its lasting legacy on the world.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.