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The Life Of Robert, First Lord Clive (1848)

The Life Of Robert, First Lord Clive (1848)

Gleig, George Robert

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ISBN10: 1104497271
ISBN13: 9781104497279
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: May 10 2009
Pages: 324
Weight: 0.96
Height: 0.68 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Life of Robert, First Lord Clive is a biography written by George Robert Gleig and published in 1848. The book chronicles the life of Robert Clive, a British soldier and statesman who played a significant role in the expansion of the British Empire in India during the 18th century. The biography traces Clive's early life, his military career in India, and his rise to power as the Governor of Bengal. It also delves into his personal life, including his struggles with depression and addiction. Gleig provides a detailed account of Clive's military campaigns, including his victories at the Battle of Plassey and the Battle of Buxar, which established British dominance in India. The book also explores Clive's political career, including his role in the East India Company and his efforts to reform the corrupt administration in Bengal. Overall, The Life of Robert, First Lord Clive offers a comprehensive look at the life and legacy of one of the most influential figures in British colonial history.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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