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About The Book: The Story of the Santal: With an Account of the Santal Rebellion by James Merry Macphail provides an in-depth exploration of the Santal people, focusing on their history, culture, and the 1855-1856 Santal Rebellion against British rule. Macphail examines the causes of the uprising, including exploitation by colonial authorities and landlords, and details the key events of the rebellion, led by the Santal leaders. The work sheds light on the socio-political challenges faced by the Santals and offers a sympathetic perspective on their struggles for justice and autonomy, contributing to the understanding of indigenous resistance during colonial India. About The Author: James Merry Macphail (1863–1929) was a British missionary, physician, and writer, best known for his works on Indian history and culture. His notable books include The Story of the Santal, which documents the history and culture of the Santal people, along with an account of the Santal Rebellion (1855–1856), a significant event in colonial India. He also authored Asoka, focusing on the life and legacy of Emperor Ashoka. Macphail's writings provide insights into the socio-political dynamics of colonial India, with a particular emphasis on indigenous resistance movements and historical figures like Ashoka. The Title 'The Story of the Santal: With an Account of the Santal Rebellion written/authored/edited by James Merry Macphail', published in the year 2025. The ISBN 9789370975941 is assigned to the Hardcover version of this title. This book has total of pp. 107 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is Santal. Size of the book is 14.34 x 22.59 cms.