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Lord Clive

by Thomas Babington Macaulay

In the annals of British history, few names evoke such a captivating blend of intrigue, military prowess, and unwavering ambition as that of Robert Clive, the subject of Thomas Babington Macaulay's captivating biography. From his humble beginnings as an employee of the East India Company to his rise as the founding father of British India, Clive's life is a testament to the power of determination, strategic brilliance, and a touch of audacity.

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English

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English

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1849

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Thomas Babington Macaulay, 1st Baron Macaulay was a British historian and Whig politician. He is considered primarily responsible for introducing the Western education system in India. He wrote extens...

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