Tippoo Sultaun: A tale of the Mysore war (eBook, ePUB) - Taylor, Meadows
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Towards the close of a day of intense heat, about the middle of the month of June, 1788, a party consisting of many persons might be seen straggling over the plain which extends southwards from the Fort of Adoni, and which almost entirely consists of the black alluvial deposit familiarly known in India under the name of ‘cotton soil.’

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Towards the close of a day of intense heat, about the middle of the month of June, 1788, a party consisting of many persons might be seen straggling over the plain which extends southwards from the Fort of Adoni, and which almost entirely consists of the black alluvial deposit familiarly known in India under the name of ‘cotton soil.’
Autorenporträt
Philip Meadows Taylor (1808-1876) was an English administrator and novelist who chronicled the vibrant milieu of colonial India with a remarkable detail and authenticity. His most celebrated work, 'Confessions of a Thug' (1839), offers a gripping account of the Thuggee cult, and has earned Taylor a distinguished place in Anglo-Indian literature for its ethnographic accuracy and narrative flair. However, it is in 'Tippoo Sultaun: A Tale of the Mysore War' that Taylor's acumen for historical fiction shines through. This novel presents a vivid portrayal of the period and highlights the complexities of Indian politics in the face of imperial ambitions during the late 18th century. Taylor's literary style often combined romantic adventures with social commentary, underpinned by his personal experiences in India as an administrator under the British rule. His keen observations and experiences provided him with the material to create narratives that not only entertain but also educate about the cultural and political landscapes of British India. Taylor's contribution to English literature extends beyond storytelling; his works are valuable historical documents that offer insights into the workings of colonial rule and the diverse societies it governed. Although his literary output was not prolific, Meadows Taylor's works remain pertinent for their historical significance and their empathetic depiction of Indian society under colonial disruption.