Warren Hastings, the governor of Fort William, became Governor-General of India. His rule lasted until the Beginning of the year 1785. The Anglo-Indian Empire at the close of his rule was in extent substantially the same when he assumed it; but he left it somewhat enlarged and consolidated, and he had made great Progress in its internal organization.
Organised in 11 chapters, this book provides an authentic Account of Warren Hastings and his rule. The themes e.g. Early career; As Governor-General of India; The Indian scene; Madras-new problems; Reform of the State: 1772-74; The Mahratta War: 1777-79; The great war: 1780-1782; Chait Singh and the begums of Oudh: 1781-82; Last five years of power; Trial of Warren Hastings, esquire; and Warren Hastings: an overview etc., given competent treatment in this book, will prove highly informative to all concerned. |
