Sir Thomas Munro And The British Settlement Of The Madras Presidency (1894)

""Sir Thomas Munro and the British Settlement of the Madras Presidency"" is a historical book written by John Bradshaw in 1894. The book provides a detailed account of the life and achievements of Sir Thomas Munro, a British colonial administrator who played a significant role in the establishment and development of the Madras Presidency in India during the early 19th century.Bradshaw's work sheds light on Munro's early life, education, and career in the East India Company. The book also covers Munro's tenure as Collector of Bellary, where he implemented several reforms that helped improve the lives of the local population. The author also delves into Munro's role in the administration of the Madras Presidency, where he served as Governor from 1820 to 1827.The book highlights Munro's contributions to the development of the region, including his efforts to improve agriculture, infrastructure, education, and public health. Bradshaw also explores Munro's role in the suppression of the Polygar Wars, a series of rebellions by local chieftains against British rule in the region.Overall, ""Sir Thomas Munro and the British Settlement of the Madras Presidency"" is a well-researched and informative book that provides a comprehensive overview of the life and legacy of one of the most influential figures in British colonial history.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.