Professor Adriano Comissoli strangely enough I would start by the documentary The Birth of an Empire by the BBC first. There is a book by the same name at Amazon. As you watch the series take notes and then explore the events and people mentioned during the documentary. This technique to watch videos and then read books and articles on the East Indian Company is a wonderful quick overview to then use as a framework to study further the topic. Otherwise in no particular order
George K. McGilvary Guardian of the East India Company: The Life of Laurence Sulivan
Nick Robins The Corporation that Changed the World: How the East India Company Shaped the Modern Multinational
K. N. Chaudhuri The Trading World of Asia and the English East India Company: 1660-1760
Stuart Reid, Gerry Embleton Men-at-Arms Armies of the East India Company 1750-1850
John Keay The Honourable Company: A History of the English East India Company
That should keep you busy, but don't hesitate for more titles. Interesting subject but don't get confused with the Dutch East India Company
Here are some books that provide insights into the history, operations, and impact of the East India Company. Try to google them.
"The Anarchy: The East India Company, Corporate Violence, and the Pillage of an Empire" by William Dalrymple: This book offers a comprehensive account of the rise and fall of the East India Company, exploring its role in shaping the history of India and its impact on global trade and politics.
"The Honourable Company: A History of the English East India Company" by John Keay: This authoritative history provides a detailed examination of the East India Company from its establishment in the early 17th century to its eventual dissolution in the 19th century. Keay explores the Company's trading ventures, political intrigues, and cultural encounters across Asia.
"The East India Company: A History" by Philip Lawson: This book offers a concise overview of the East India Company's history, tracing its origins as a trading venture to its transformation into a powerful political and military force in India. Lawson examines key events, figures, and policies that shaped the Company's trajectory.
"Empires of the Monsoon: A History of the Indian Ocean and Its Invaders" by Richard Hall: While not solely focused on the East India Company, this book provides valuable insights into the broader historical context in which the Company operated. Hall explores the dynamics of trade, migration, and conflict in the Indian Ocean region, highlighting the role of European powers, including the East India Company.
"Trading Places: The East India Company and Asia, 1600-1834" edited by Angela Schottenhammer: This collection of essays examines various aspects of the East India Company's operations in Asia, including trade networks, cultural exchanges, and diplomatic relations. The book offers diverse perspectives from leading scholars in the field.
These books provide a range of perspectives on the East India Company, its activities, and its legacy, making them valuable resources for anyone interested in the history of colonialism, trade, and globalization.