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The Private Diary of Ananda Ranga Pillai Dubash to Joseph Francois Dupleix Governor of Pondicherry
0Experience 18th-century India through Ananda Ranga Pillai’s candid chronicle from Pondicherry during Governor Dupleix’s tenure. This collection meticulously details political intrigues, social life, and the crucial capture of Madras, originally penned in Tamil and translated by the Madras government. Pillai’s sharp observations illuminate European and native interactions, offering unparalleled insights into colonial South India. It’s an indispensable resource for history students, researchers, and enthusiasts fascinated by the complex socio-political landscape of colonial India.
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The Private Diary of Ananda Ranga Pillai Dubash to Joseph Francois Dupleix Governor of Pondicherry
0Dive into 18th-century Indian history with this crucial diary from Pondicherry. Ananda Ranga Pillai, the key dubash to Governor Dupleix, delivers an invaluable first-hand perspective on the French East India Company’s era. Explore pivotal moments like the capture of Madras, intricate political dealings, and the nuanced social fabric of colonial India, encompassing both European and native life. This meticulously translated Tamil historical record offers unparalleled insights into a transformative period. It’s an essential read for students of Indian history, researchers, and enthusiasts keen on colonial South India’s past.