Plain Tales From The Raj

Images of British India in the 20th Century

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Charles Allen

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The Raj was, for 200 years, the jewel in the British imperial crown. Although founded on military expansionism and undoubted exploitation, it developed over the centuries into what has been called "benign autocracy" - the government of many by few, with the active collaboration of most Indians in recognition of a desire for the advancement of their country. Charles Allen's classic oral history of the period that marked the end of British rule was first published a generation ago. Reissued as the imperial century closes, the insightful and bestselling collection of reminiscences illustrates the unique experience of British India: the sadness and luxury for some; the joy and deprivation for others.

Author Biography:

Charles Allen is an oral and military historian specialising in colonial matters. He is the author of several previous books and lives in north London.

Release date NZ

March 2nd, 2000

Author

Charles Allen

Audience

General (US: Trade)

Contributor

Edited by Charles Allen

Illustrations

Section: 8, b&w

Pages

304

Dimensions

130x195x20

ISBN-13

9780349104973

Product ID

1639036

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