Hindustan Under Free Lances: Sketches of military adventure in Hindustan during the period immediately preceding British occupation

Hindustan Under Free Lances by H.G. Keene offers vivid sketches of military adventures in India just before British dominance. Focusing on the chaotic era of fragmented regional powers, the book narrates the exploits of mercenaries, adventurers, and local rulers. Keene blends historical detail with dramatic storytelling to depict the complex political and military landscape of 18th-century India. The work reflects colonial interest in pre-British India while portraying the transition from indigenous rule to imperial consolidation through engaging, anecdotal narratives.