Earl Canning

Earl Canning: Rulers of India is a biography written by Henry Stewart Cunningham about Charles John Canning, the first Earl Canning and Governor-General of India from 1856 to 1862. The book provides a detailed account of Canning's life, his political career, and his contributions to the British Raj in India. It covers his early years, his education at Oxford, his entry into politics, his appointment as Governor-General, and his role in the Indian Rebellion of 1857. The book also explores Canning's efforts to modernize India, improve the country's infrastructure, and promote social and economic reforms. It sheds light on Canning's leadership style, his relationships with other British officials and Indian leaders, and his legacy in India. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of British India, the British Empire, and the life of one of its most influential figures.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.