What inspired William Dalrymple to focus on the East India Company's role in shaping modern India?
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What inspired William Dalrymple to focus on the East India Company's role in shaping modern India?
Did anyone else feel overwhelmed by the scale of corporate violence described in the book?
How did Dalrymple decide to structure this history — through detailed narratives or broader themes?