ISBN: 9781330904749 - Set in Authority (classic Reprint) (3 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This riveting 20th-century novel offers a glimpse into the complexities of British colonial rule in India. The central character, Anthony Andover, fourth Baron Thame, finds himself appointed as Viceroy of Indiaâ"a position of immense authority and privilege. As he navigates the challenges of his role, he grapples with questions of morality, self-interest, and the limits of power. Lady Thame and other members of Anthony's family offer varying perspectives on his ambitions and the challenges of Indian society. Through the perspectives of Anthony and those around him, the author skillfully unveils the intricate web of motivations, prejudices, and power dynamics that shape the destiny of both the colonizers and the colonized. Ultimately, this book explores the complex interplay between personal ambition and the quest for social and political change in a pivotal moment of history. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…