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"Rajah Brooke: The Englishman as Ruler of an Eastern State" by Spenser St. John is a late 19th-century historical book about Sir James Brooke, the first Rajah of Sarawak, and his efforts to bring fair leadership to Borneo. The book looks at how Brooke changed the region, how he interacted with local leaders, and what British imperialism meant for the area, after earlier telling us about the author's purposes for writing and Brooke's background before becoming Rajah. It also describes his early life, military service, and how he came to rule Sarawak, highlighting his dream of a fair government based on agreements with local chiefs and care for the people. Moreover, it touches on problems like political games, opposition from local headmen, and power struggles with colonial powers, preparing the story for a deep examination of Brooke's impact.