Merchants of the Raj: British Managing Agency Houses in Calcutta Yesterday and Today

Jones, Stephanie; Earl of Inchcape

Much has been written about the British experience in India. This book provides a study of British businesses in Calcutta, particularly the managing agency houses. It examines the histories of 15 major managing agencies via the personal experiences of nearly 70 employees.

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Published by: Palgrave Macmillan

Publication Date: 1992-01-01

Format: Paperback

ISBN-13: 9781349125401

DOI: 10.1007/978-1-349-12538-8

Dimensions: 235cm x155cm

Pages: 434