Skip to content

Booksellers & Trade Customers: Sign up for online bulk buying at trade.atlanticbooks.com for wholesale discounts

Booksellers: Create Account on our B2B Portal for wholesale discounts

The English In India: Reprinted From Colonization and Christianity

by William Howitt
Save 30% Save 30%
Current price ₹189.00
Original price ₹270.00
Original price ₹270.00
Original price ₹270.00
(-30%)
₹189.00
Current price ₹189.00

Ships in 7-10 Days

Free Shipping in India on orders above Rs. 500

Request Bulk Quantity Quote
+91
Book cover type: Paperback
  • ISBN13: 9789370972599
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Subject: N/A
  • Publisher: Gyan Publishing House
  • Publisher Imprint: Gyan Publishing House
  • Publication Date:
  • Pages: 134
  • Original Price: INR 270.0
  • Language: English
  • Edition: N/A
  • Item Weight: 284 grams
  • BISAC Subject(s): N/A

The English in India from Colonization and Christianity examines the role of English language and education during British colonial rule in India. It highlights how English was used as a tool of control and cultural influence, spreading Western ideas and values while undermining local languages and traditions. The English language became a symbol of power, elite status, and access to new opportunities in administration, education, and trade. This imposition created a linguistic divide, where the English-speaking elite gained privileges, contributing to the complex social and cultural dynamics of colonial India and its post-independence legacy.

William Howitt (1792–1879) was a prolific English writer, poet, and historian, known for his works on nature, history, and social issues. Born in Heanor, Derbyshire, he was educated as a Quaker and married poet Mary Botham. Howitt's significant works include The Book of the Seasons (1831), Colonization and Christianity (1838), and A Popular History of Priestcraft (1833). He spent time in Australia, documenting his experiences in Land, Labour and Gold (1855). His interests later shifted to spiritualism, culminating in The History of the Supernatural (1863). Howitt’s literary legacy includes over fifty books, alongside his wife's extensive translations.

Trusted for over 49 years

Family Owned Company

Secure Payment

All Major Credit Cards/Debit Cards/UPI & More Accepted

New & Authentic Products

India's Largest Distributor

Need Support?

Whatsapp Us