The Life Of Robert, First Lord Clive (1848)
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- Paperback
- Sideantal:
- 322
- Udgivet:
- 10. september 2010
- Størrelse:
- 152x229x17 mm.
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- 431 g.
- 2-3 uger.
- 13. december 2024
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Beskrivelse af The Life Of Robert, First Lord Clive (1848)
The Life Of Robert, First Lord Clive is a biography written by George Robert Gleig in 1848. The book chronicles the life of Robert Clive, who was a British East India Company officer and colonial administrator. Clive played a significant role in establishing British rule in India and is considered one of the most important figures in British colonial history.The biography begins with Clive's early life in England and his struggles with poverty and depression. It then follows his journey to India, where he rose through the ranks of the East India Company and became a key player in the company's expansion in India. The book details Clive's military campaigns, including his victories at the Battle of Plassey and the Battle of Buxar, which cemented British control over much of India.Gleig also explores Clive's personal life, including his marriage to Margaret Maskelyne and his struggles with mental health. The book concludes with Clive's return to England and his eventual suicide.Overall, The Life Of Robert, First Lord Clive provides a detailed and engaging account of one of the most important figures in British colonial history. Gleig's writing is clear and concise, making the book accessible to a wide range of readers.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.
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