Discover the compelling life of Warren Hastings, the pivotal figure who laid the foundations of British India. Ascend with him from an East India Company clerk to the first Governor-General, shaping administrative, economic, and mercantile structures across the subcontinent. Explore his controversial yet brilliant governance, his historic impeachment, and his significant contributions, including sponsoring the first Bhagavadgita translation and codifying Indian law. This vivid biography is essential reading for enthusiasts of Indian history, the British Raj, and the complex era of the East India Company, offering deep insights into the making of modern India.