Telegraphic Imperialism

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Focusing on the telegraph system of the British Indian Empire from 1850 to 1920, this book examines how this revolutionary communication network reshaped language, distance, and time. It highlights the telegraph as a crucial transnational phenomenon that influenced the dynamics of Empire and catalyzed social change, providing insights into the interconnectedness of communication and imperialism during a transformative period in history.