A Business Of State: Commerce, Politics, And Th... Apr 2026

: One of the most insightful sections deals with the "Problem of Faction." Mishra dives into the internal disputes between different groups of shareholders and directors, showing how these "private" arguments often spilled over into public and royal politics.

: How the EIC evolved from a precarious start-up in the 1620s to a dominant force. Conclusion A Business of State: Commerce, Politics, and th...

The book focuses on the first few decades of the EIC (roughly 1600–1640), moving away from the typical narrative of "merchant adventurers" to examine the company as a complex political entity. Mishra argues that the EIC’s survival and authority were deeply intertwined with the shifting political landscape of the Stuart monarchy. : One of the most insightful sections deals