Memoirs of the Revolution in Bengal, Anno Dom. 1757 (eBook)

Enriched edition. Unveiling the Turbulent Colonial Era: Insights from a British Official's Memoirs

William Watts active 1737-1758 (Autor)

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2019
67 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
406-406620093-0 (EAN)

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William Watts' "Memoirs of the Revolution in Bengal, Anno Dom. 1757" offers a meticulously detailed account of a pivotal moment in colonial history. Through a candid narrative steeped in personal observation and firsthand experience, Watts provides an intimate portrayal of the social, political, and military upheavals during the tumultuous period leading up to the Battle of Plassey. His literary style is characterized by an engaging prose that blends vivid descriptions with critical analysis, thus offering readers both an emotional and intellectual understanding of the consequences of colonial ambitions in the region. William Watts, a key figure in the East India Company's administration, lends his unique perspective to this memoir. His roles as a soldier, merchant, and political agent granted him unparalleled access to events and individuals shaping the fate of Bengal. This background not only informs the authenticity of his account but also underscores his deep engagement with the historical forces at play, reflecting the complexities of colonial power dynamics and personal loyalties. This memoir is a must-read for historians, students, and general readers interested in colonial studies and the larger narratives of power and rebellion. Watts' articulate reflections provide a profound lens through which one can examine the early foundations of modern India and the enduring impact of colonialism.

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Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 19.5.2021
• Einführung: Ivy Callahan
• Mitarbeit: Kommentare: Ivy Callahan
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► Regional- / Landesgeschichte
• Themenwelt: Geisteswissenschaften ► Geschichte
• Schlagworte: 1526-1765 • 1757 • 18th century Literature • 18th century memoirs • Battle of • Bengal Revolution • British East India Company • British Empire in India • Colonial Bengal history • colonial India • cultural clashes narrative • East India Company • Economic changes analysis • Historical memoir • Historical memoir study • History • History of Asia • Imperial governance insights • India • Indian history • Memoirs • Palashi • Plassey • political power struggles • primary source document • Social shifts exploration • William Watts