James, Lawrence
Raj
- ISBN 13:
- 9780349110127
- author:
- James, Lawrence
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Abacus
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1998
- Pages:
- 737
- Genre:
- Asian / Middle Eastern history: c 1500 to c 1900
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The story of how the British made themselves masters of India in less than a hundred years is one of the most remarkable tales of modern history. From 1858 to 1947, the Raj was a period of immense change and growth, marked by significant achievements such as the development of railways and hospitals, and the introduction of a universal language. However, beneath its outward appearance of grandeur and stability, the Raj was always precarious, relying on the goodwill of Indians to maintain its power. This new look at the subject sheds light on key figures such as Mountbatten and the events of 1946-47 that led to the end of an exercise in benign autocracy and an experiment in altruism. Lawrence James's account is a rich tapestry of incident and character, drawing on a wide range of sources to bring to life the India of the Raj.
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