The Private Journal Of The Marquess Of Hastings (1907)

The Private Journal of the Marquess of Hastings is a historical book written by Francis Rawdon-Hastings and first published in 1907. The book is a compilation of the private journal entries of the Marquess of Hastings, who was a British soldier and colonial administrator in India during the early 19th century.The journal entries cover a period of over 20 years, from 1793 to 1815, and provide a fascinating insight into the life and times of the Marquess of Hastings. The entries cover a wide range of topics, including his military campaigns in India, his experiences as Governor-General of India, his relationships with other colonial administrators, his personal life, and his thoughts on various political and social issues.The book is divided into several sections, each of which covers a different period in the Marquess of Hastings' life. The entries are presented in chronological order, and each section is prefaced by a brief introduction that provides context and background information.Overall, The Private Journal of the Marquess of Hastings is a valuable historical document that provides a unique perspective on British colonialism in India during the early 19th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Indian history, British colonialism, or military 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.