![The Embassy of Sir Thomas Roe to the Court of the Great Mogul, 1615-1619: As Narrated in His Journal and Correspondence 1st [Hardcover]](https://thebookishowl.in/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/61Uzt-caIaL.jpg)
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This comprehensive historical document presents the diplomatic mission of Sir Thomas Roe to the court of the Great Mogul during the early 17th century. Edited by renowned historian William Foster, the work draws from Roe’s personal journal and official correspondence, providing an invaluable firsthand account of Anglo-Mughal relations.
Roe served as an ambassador and represented English commercial and political interests at one of the world’s most powerful courts. His observations cover court ceremonies, trade negotiations, cultural practices, and the dynamics of Mughal imperial politics under Emperor Jahangir. The narrative offers insights into early British colonial history, cross-cultural diplomacy, and the economic motivations behind European expansion in Asia.
Foster’s scholarly editing preserves the authenticity of Roe’s voice while providing historical context. This work remains an essential primary source for understanding 17th-century India, the Mughal Empire, and the foundations of British-Indian relations.
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