The Marquess Of Hastings (1893) - Ross-Of-Bladensburg, John Foster George
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The Marquess of Hastings is a historical book written by John Foster George Ross-Of-Bladensburg and published in 1893. The book is a biography of Francis Rawdon-Hastings, the 2nd Earl of Moira and the first Marquess of Hastings. The Marquess of Hastings was a prominent figure in British history, serving as Governor-General of India from 1813 to 1823. During his time in India, he oversaw significant reforms and modernization efforts, including the establishment of a system of education, the construction of roads and canals, and the suppression of the Thuggee cult. The book provides a detailed…mehr

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The Marquess of Hastings is a historical book written by John Foster George Ross-Of-Bladensburg and published in 1893. The book is a biography of Francis Rawdon-Hastings, the 2nd Earl of Moira and the first Marquess of Hastings. The Marquess of Hastings was a prominent figure in British history, serving as Governor-General of India from 1813 to 1823. During his time in India, he oversaw significant reforms and modernization efforts, including the establishment of a system of education, the construction of roads and canals, and the suppression of the Thuggee cult. The book provides a detailed account of Hastings' life, from his early years as a soldier and politician to his time in India and his later years as a member of the House of Lords. It also explores his personal life, including his marriage to Flora Mure-Campbell and his relationships with other notable figures of the time, such as the Duke of Wellington and William Pitt the Younger. Overall, The Marquess of Hastings is a comprehensive and engaging biography of an important figure in British history, providing insight into both his public and private life.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.
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