Earl Canning And The Transfer Of India From The Company To The Crown (1899)

Earl Canning and the Transfer of India from the Company to the Crown is a historical book written by Henry Stewart Cunningham in 1899. The book is a detailed account of the events leading up to the transfer of power from the East India Company to the British Crown in 1858. The author focuses specifically on the role played by Charles John Canning, the first Earl Canning, who served as the Governor-General of India during this period. The book explores the political and social climate of India during the mid-19th century, providing insights into the various factors that led to the transfer of power. It also sheds light on the various challenges that Canning faced during his tenure as Governor-General, including the Indian Rebellion of 1857, which was a major turning point in the history of India. Cunningham's narrative is based on extensive research, including primary sources such as letters, diaries, and official records. The book is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to both scholars and general readers. Overall, Earl Canning and the Transfer of India from the Company to the Crown is an important historical work that provides valuable insights into the complex political and social dynamics of 19th century India. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of India, the British Empire, or colonialism in general.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.