An Enquiry Into the Rights of the East-India Company of Making War and Peace

This work explores the controversial rights of the East India Company regarding war and peace-making, as well as its authority over territorial acquisitions independent of British government oversight. Presented as a letter to the company's shareholders, it delves into the political and economic implications of the company's autonomy during a pivotal period in colonial history. The 1772 edition is faithfully reproduced, offering insights into the governance and power dynamics of the time.