The Oxford History of the British Empire: Volume III: The Nineteenth Century by Andrew Porter

The Oxford History of the British Empire: Volume III: The Nineteenth Century by Andrew Porter

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This work seeks to elucidate the end of Empire in relation to its beginning, the meaning of British imperialism for the ruled as well as for the rulers, and the significance of the British Empire as a theme in world history. This volume covers the 19th century.

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The Oxford History of the British Empire: Volume III: The Nineteenth Century by Andrew Porter

This work seeks to elucidate the end of Empire in relation to its beginning, the meaning of British imperialism for the ruled as well as for the rulers, and the significance of the British Empire as a theme in world history. This volume covers the 19th century.
impressive.. the overall achievement is undeniably impressive. Under the magisterial guidance of Louis ... a vast array of historians has produced a solid monument of contemporary scholarship. * David Gilmour, FT Weekend 19/2/00 *
this chapter [The Nineteenth Century] is infinitely more enlightening then anything to be found in the Cambridge Volumes. * Bernard Porter, TLS *
These final three volumes should be compulsory reading for anyone with an interest in the subject * Bernard Porter, TLS *
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ISBN 13 9780198205654
ISBN 10 0198205651
Title The Oxford History of the British Empire: Volume III: The Nineteenth Century
Author Andrew Porter
Series The Oxford History Of The British Empire
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Hardback
Publisher Oxford University Press
Year published 1999-10-21
Number of pages 796
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