Life Of The Marquis Of Dalhousie (1889)

The book ""Life of the Marquis of Dalhousie"" is a biography written by Lionel I. Trotter and published in 1889. It chronicles the life of James Andrew Broun Ramsay, the 10th Earl of Dalhousie, who served as the Governor-General of India from 1848 to 1856. The book covers his early life, his political career, his appointment as Governor-General, and his tenure in India during a crucial period in its history. The author provides a detailed account of Dalhousie's policies and reforms, including the annexation of Punjab, the Doctrine of Lapse, and the construction of railways and telegraph lines. The book also explores his personal life, including his marriage to Lady Susan Hay and his relationships with other notable figures of the time. Overall, ""Life of the Marquis of Dalhousie"" is a comprehensive and informative biography of a significant figure in British and Indian 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.