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About The Book: In the book "British Beginnings in Western India: An Account of the Early Days of the British Factory of Surat," the author delves into the often overlooked history preceding Clive's era in British India. The struggles faced by resilient merchants and seamen such as Best, Downton, Aldworth, and Kerridge against Portuguese aggression, diseases, and famine are highlighted. The Surat English factory, which served as a pivotal point in the British Empire's establishment in India, encountered formidable challenges including Portuguese resistance at sea and on land, Jesuit interference in Agra, and perilous voyages. Isolated and unsupported, the factors persevered through harsh conditions where survival itself was uncertain. Their sacrifices played a pivotal role in shaping the history of British India. About The Author: Hugh George Rawlinson (1880-1957) was the son of George Rawlinson and Evelyne Maud Augusta. He dedicated his career to the study of South Asian history, becoming a renowned historian in that field. He received his baptism at St. Nicholas Church in Brighton, Sussex. Among his notable literary works are "Intercourse Between India and the Western World from the Earliest Times to the Fall of Rome," "The Rise of the Maratha Empire, 1707–1761," and "India: A Short Cultural History". The Title 'British Beginnings in Western India 1579-1657 An Account of the Early Days of the British Factory of Surat written/authored/edited by H. G. Rawlinson', published in the year 2023. The ISBN 9788121287562 is assigned to the Paperback version of this title. This book has total of pp. 162 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is History. Size of the book is 13.34 x 21.59 cms Vol:-