Lord Minto in India. Life and Letters of Gilbert Elliot, First Earl of Minto, from 1807 to 1814...[sequel to 'Life and Letters' pub. 1874.]
by: The Countess of Minto

Hardcover. London, Longmans, Green and Co., 1st, 1880, Book: Good, Dust Jacket: None, Hardcover, blue cloth, gilt rules, gilt title on spine. 403 pages with publisher's 24 page catalog in rear. Two maps, one being foldout, both very good. Details the experiences of Gilbert Elliot, the first Earl of Minto, during his time as Governor-General of India. The book is compiled from a collection of letters written by Elliot himself, as well as letters written to him by his family and colleagues. The book covers the period from 1807 to 1814, during which time Elliot oversaw a period of significant change in India. He worked to establish British control over the region, while also attempting to improve the lives of the Indian people. The book provides a unique insight into the life of a colonial administrator in India during this period, and sheds light on the challenges and complexities of British rule in the region. It also offers a glimpse into the personal life of Elliot, including his relationships with his family and colleagues, and his struggles with illness and isolation. Ex-lib with bookplate and residue to endpapers. Call letters on spine, tape repair to front hinge. Clean internally.

Record # 399296