Indian Frontier Policy; an Historical Sketch

Published in 1897, 'Indian Frontier Policy; an Historical Sketch' by Sir Adye John provides a detailed analysis of British military strategies and policies regarding the North-West frontier of India, particularly in relation to Afghanistan. The book chronicles the British involvement in the Afghan Wars, from the First Afghan War to the Second Afghan War, and evaluates the geopolitical implications of Russian expansion in Central Asia. Adye critiques the outcomes of these military campaigns, advocating for a policy of patience and conciliation with local tribes rather than continued military intervention.