{"title":"David Gilmour","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection featuring the works of David Gilmour, an esteemed historian and prolific author known for his insightful explorations of British history. With a rich academic background and a talent for making history accessible and engaging, Gilmour’s writings offer a compelling journey through time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong his acclaimed works is \u003cem\u003eThe British in India\u003c\/em\u003e, a detailed narrative that delves into the intricate tapestry of British involvement on the Indian subcontinent. Gilmour’s meticulous research and captivating storytelling shine through in this work, offering readers a nuanced perspective on the historical, social, and cultural exchanges that shaped India during British rule.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are a history enthusiast or a curious reader, David Gilmour's books provide a valuable and enlightening experience. Explore our collection today and uncover the stories that have helped define our past.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-british-in-india-by-david-gilmour-9780141979212","title":"The British in India","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA panoramic social history chronicling the lives of hundreds of British people of all classes in the most important territory of the British Empire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe British in India\u003c\/em\u003e details the lives of the British who lived in India from shortly after the reign of Elizabeth I until well into the reign of Elizabeth II. They were soldiers, officials, businessmen, doctors, and missionaries of both sexes, as well as planters, engineers, and many others, along with their children, wives, and sisters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis book describes their lives, their work, and their extraordinarily varied interactions with the native populations. It also records the very diverse roles they played in the three centuries of British-Indian history. Gilmour writes of people who have never been written about before, men and women who are presented here with humanity and often with humour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is a magnificent tapestry of life, an exceptional work of scholarly recovery which reads like a great nineteenth-century novel. It makes a highly original and engaging contribution to a long and important period of British and Indian history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46338689630444,"sku":"9780141979212","price":41.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/14594103482238.jpg?v=1743743153"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/david-gilmour.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}