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Chris Mason

    Heart Like a Fakir
    • Heart Like a Fakir

      General Sir James Abbott and the Fall of the East India Company

      • 392 pages
      • 14 hours of reading

      Focusing on General Sir James Abbott, the narrative delves into the final years of the British East India Company, revealing his multifaceted roles as an explorer and district officer. It examines the intricate social and sexual dynamics between Britons and Indians, while also reflecting on the disintegration of their social contract. Abbott's life serves as a lens to understand the broader implications of colonial interactions and the complexities of identity during this tumultuous period.

      Heart Like a Fakir2022