William Bolts: A Dutch Adventurer Under John Company (1920)

By Norman Leslie Hallward

Book Overview

William Bolts: A Dutch Adventurer Under John Company is a historical book written by Norman Leslie Hallward and published in 1920. The book follows the life of William Bolts, a Dutch adventurer who worked for the British East India Company, also known as John Company, during the 18th century. Bolts was a controversial figure who was involved in various political and economic intrigues in India, Europe, and the Americas. The book provides a detailed account of Bolts' life, including his early years in the Netherlands, his travels to India, his work for John Company, his imprisonment in Portugal, and his eventual return to Europe. The author uses primary sources, such as Bolts' own letters and documents from the British Library, to paint a vivid picture of Bolts' adventures and the historical context in which he lived. The book also explores the larger themes of colonialism, trade, and power struggles during the 18th century. Overall, William Bolts: A Dutch Adventurer Under John Company is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history of colonialism and the British East India Company.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 110453052X
• ISBN13: 9781104530525
• Release Date: May 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 220 Pages
• Weight: 0.66 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"