| Author |
St. John, Spenser, Sir, 1826-1910 |
| Title |
Rajah Brooke : the Englishman as ruler of an eastern state
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| Original Publication |
United Kingdom: T. Fisher Unwin, 1897.
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| Series Title |
Builders of greater Britain. v. 7
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 59.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Bob Taylor, Peter Becker and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
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| Summary |
"Rajah Brooke: The Englishman as Ruler of an Eastern State" by Sir Spenser St John is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book chronicles the life and governance of Sir James Brooke, the first Rajah of Sarawak, a territory in Borneo, detailing his attempts to establish an enlightened rule over a complex and often violent landscape. It examines Brooke’s influence on the region, his relationships with local chiefs, and the broader implications of British imperial policies. The opening portion of the text introduces the author’s motivations and the contextual background of Sir James Brooke’s rule. We learn about Brooke's early life, his military service, and the circumstances leading to his governance in Sarawak. The narrative emphasizes Brooke's ambition to create a just administration through treaties with local leaders and a commitment to the well-being of the native population. Furthermore, we see a glimpse into the political intrigue surrounding his rule, including opposition from other local chiefs and the dynamics of power amid colonial interests, setting the stage for a compelling exploration of his legacy. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
DS: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia
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| Subject |
James, Rajah of Sarawak, 1803-1868
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| Subject |
Sarawak (Malaysia) -- History
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| Subject |
Sarawak (Malaysia) -- Kings and rulers -- Biography
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
70688 |
| Release Date |
May 3, 2023 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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