Table of Contents

Introduction
A Hazardous Voyage
Bombay and 'the Gulphs'
From Malabar to Whampoa
The Worst Voyage: Sumatra
Abuse, Pains and Penalties
The Company in Crisis
The Darkest Years
The Domination of Tea
Diversifying: Brahmins and conflict
Competition and Conflict
An Event Unique in the Company's History
The Fortunes of War
The Machinery of Justice
Conclusion

Reviews

A brilliant record of a very exciting period of European and Asian history.
*AUSMARINE*

Densely packed with information, the narrative is always clear and readable. [...] As well as providing for the general reader a fascinating account of life on board the East India Company's ships, this book makes a valuable contribution to business history.
*BUSINESS HISTORY*

Sutton brings great knowledge and a mastery of detail to this work, turning a family history into a valuable insight into the Company's ever-evolving business system.
*ASIAN AFFAIRS*

(reviewed together with East India Company's London Workers) These are deeply, intensively researched books rich in detail.
*ECONOMIC HISTORY REVIEW*

A remarkably rich detailed study. [...] we must acknowledge and praise the enormous research effort that this book represents.
*ECONOMIC HISTORY REVIEW*

An important addition to the sum of our knowledge on this most important of maritime trading companies.
*INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF NAUTICAL ARCHAEOLOGY*

To be praised as a comprehensive account of the EIC's maritime service. It is an exemplary contribution to the history of British trade and shipbuilding.
*INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MARITIME HISTORY*

Meticulously researched, this detailed and eminently readable study will appeal to readers interested in Indian or Chinese history, and in the economic history of South and East Asia.
*BOOK NEWS*