Great Britain's geopolitical role has undergone many changes over the last four centuries. Once a maritime superpower and ruler of half the world, Britain now occupies an isolated position as an economically fragile island often at odds with her European neighbors.
Spanning four centuries and six continents, James' masterpiece examines the imperial experience and its legacy with tremendous insight and finesse. His original work has now been abridged and illustrated in full color throughout with over 400 meticulously researched photographs,...
Spanning four centuries and six continents, this survey examines the imperial experience and its legacy with tremendous verse. Informed, comprehensive and perceptive, it is the essential summary of the era.
Spanning four centuries and six continents, this survey examines the imperial experience and its legacy with tremendous verse. Informed, comprehensive and perceptive, it is the essential summary of the era.