British Relations with Sind 1799 - 1843

An Anatomy of Imperialism

Robert A. Huttenback

• Publisher: University of California Press
• Year: 2023
• Print ISBN:
  9780520320857
• Edition: 1
• eBook ISBN:
  9780520320864
• Topic: History
• Subtopic: Indian & South Asian History
• Index: History

British Relations with Sind 1799-1843: An Anatomy of Imperialism explores the complex and evolving dynamics of British policy and intervention in Sind during a critical period of imperial expansion. This meticulously researched volume examines the shifting priorities of the British East India Company, from initial commercial interests to broader geopolitical strategies shaped by fears of invasion and global rivalries. It uncovers the nuanced interactions between British officials and the ruling Talpur dynasty, culminating in the annexation of Sind under Sir Charles Napier—a pivotal event often mythologized in British imperial history. This work situates the annexation within the broader context of 19th-century British imperialism, interrogating the paradox of territorial expansion despite official opposition to it. Rich with historical detail, it delves into the region's strategic significance, tracing its history as a contested crossroads of invasion and culture. By providing a compelling narrative and analysis of British motivations, strategies, and outcomes, the book offers valuable insights into the anatomy of imperial expansion in South Asia and beyond. Essential reading for scholars of British imperial history and South Asian studies, this book sheds light on a critical episode in the shaping of the modern subcontinent. This title is part of UC Press's Voices Revived program, which commemorates University of California Press's mission to seek out and cultivate the brightest minds and give them voice, reach, and impact. Drawing on a backlist dating to 1893, Voices Revived makes high-quality, peer-reviewed scholarship accessible once again using print-on-demand technology. This title was originally published in 1962.

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Table of contents

• Cover
• Title
• Copyright
• Contents
• 1. The French Threat (1799-1809)
• 2. The Controversy over Cutch (1814-1834)
• 3. The Establishment of British Preponderance (1834-1838)
• 4. The Afghan Crisis (1838-1841)
• 5. Ellenborough, Napier, and the Amirs of Sind (1841-1843)
• 6. The Annexation and Its Repercussions (1843-1850)
• 7. Conclusion
• Notes
• Bibliography
• Index