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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.
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Heart Like a Fakir, Chris Mason
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- Released
- 2022
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- Title
- Heart Like a Fakir
- Subtitle
- General Sir James Abbott and the Fall of the East India Company
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Chris Mason
- Publisher
- RLPG/Galleys
- Released
- 2022
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 392
- ISBN13
- 9781538169568
- Category
- World history, Geography / Topography
- Description
- 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.