Sir Stamford Raffles

""Sir Stamford Raffles: Builders Of Greater Britain"" is a historical book written by Hugh Edward Egerton and originally published in 1897. The book chronicles the life and achievements of Sir Stamford Raffles, a British statesman and colonial administrator who is best known for founding modern Singapore. The author examines Raffles' early life, his career in the British East India Company, and his role in establishing the British presence in Southeast Asia. The book also explores Raffles' contributions to the fields of natural history, archaeology, and linguistics. Egerton's work provides a comprehensive overview of Raffles' life and legacy, and offers insights into the broader historical context of British colonialism in the region. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Southeast Asia or the British Empire.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.