Uncover the complex relationship between poetic voice and the politics of empire from 1730-1820. This insightful study delves into how British poets engaged with colonial encounters, exploring the nuanced ways they used language to vividly portray cross-cultural interactions. Essential for understanding literary history’s vital role in shaping imperial narratives and the cultural impact of the British Empire on India’s past. It’s a must-read for scholars, students of literature and history, and anyone interested in the literary representation of colonial expansion.