David, Saul

Victoria's Wars: The Rise of Empire

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ISBN 13:
9780141005553
author:
David, Saul
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Penguin
language:
English
Publication Year:
2007
Pages:
528
Dimensions:
129 mm X 198 mm
Genre:
British & Irish history: c 1700 to c 1900
Condition:
New
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£13.90

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Victoria's Wars: The Rise of Empire by Saul David The story of how Britain expanded its empire in the early part of Queen Victoria's reign is one of ruthless exploitation and brutal wars. In this narrative, Saul David explores how the British Empire grew from a position as the world's only superpower to become the greatest empire ever seen. From London to the far-flung territories of India, Russia, and the Far East, David reveals the often-overlooked role of men on the ground in shaping Britain's imperial ambitions. The result is a vivid portrait of life on the violent fringes of empire, where trade, civilization, and the balance of power were used as excuses for conflict. This book sheds new light on a period of history that has been often reduced to simplistic narratives of "fit of absence of mind". Instead, David's account provides a nuanced understanding of the complex forces at play in the making of the British Empire.

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