The King of Andaman: A Savior of Society is a novel written by James Maclaren Cobban and published in 1895. The story is set in the Andaman Islands, a remote archipelago in the Bay of Bengal. The protagonist, Captain John Trevelyan, is a British naval officer who is shipwrecked on the islands and is taken captive by the native tribes.Captain Trevelyan is eventually freed by the intervention of the King of Andaman, a powerful and benevolent ruler who has managed to unite the warring tribes of the islands under his leadership. The King is portrayed as a wise and just leader who is committed to improving the lives of his people and protecting them from outside threats.As the story unfolds, Captain Trevelyan becomes increasingly involved in the affairs of the island and eventually becomes a trusted advisor to the King. Together, they work to modernize the island's infrastructure, improve education and healthcare, and establish a system of justice that is fair and equitable for all.The novel is notable for its sympathetic portrayal of the Andamanese people, who were often depicted as savage and uncivilized in European literature of the time. Cobban's depiction of the King of Andaman as a heroic figure who is dedicated to the welfare of his people is also noteworthy, as it challenges the colonialist assumptions that were prevalent in British society at the time.Overall, The King of Andaman: A Savior of Society is a compelling and insightful novel that offers a unique perspective on colonialism and the relationship between European powers and the indigenous peoples they encountered in the 19th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.