Lord Clive

Clive of India is a historical biography written by Thomas Babington Macaulay, also known as Lord Macaulay. The book tells the story of Robert Clive, a British soldier and statesman who played a significant role in the establishment of British rule in India during the 18th century. The book covers Clive's early life in England, his military career in India, and his political career as a member of the British Parliament. Macaulay provides a detailed account of Clive's battles and conquests in India, including his victory at the Battle of Plassey, which marked the beginning of British dominance in India. The book also explores Clive's personal life, including his struggles with depression and addiction, as well as his relationships with other historical figures such as Warren Hastings and William Pitt. Overall, Lord Clive is a comprehensive biography of one of the most influential figures in British colonial history, providing a fascinating insight into the complex world of 18th century India and the politics of the British Empire.THIS 114 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Critical and Historical Essays: The Complete Writings of Lord Macaulay V5, by Lord Macaulay. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 076618367X.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.