Colonies and Dependencies: India and the Colonies is a historical book written by James Sutherland Cotton in 1883. The book provides an in-depth analysis of the British Empire's colonies and dependencies, with a particular focus on India. Cotton explores the history, culture, and politics of these territories, examining the ways in which they were governed and the impact of British rule on their societies. He also discusses the economic conditions and the role of trade in the colonies, as well as the various challenges faced by the British Empire in maintaining control over these vast territories. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part focusing on India and the second part covering the other colonies and dependencies. Throughout the book, Cotton provides detailed descriptions of the various regions, including their geography, climate, and natural resources. Overall, Colonies and Dependencies: India and the Colonies is a comprehensive study of the British Empire's territories during the 19th century. It sheds light on the complexities of colonial governance and provides a valuable historical perspective on the impact of British rule on these regions.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.