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The Rise and Fall of the British Empire
Author: Lawrence James
The Rise and Fall of the British Empire
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“A stylish, intelligent and readable book.” —The New York Times Book Review
Birthed as a maritime superpower, the ruler of half the globe, Britain today finds itself in a precarious position, often stirring conflict within its European kin. This book provides a nuanced reflection of Britain's tumultuous transition from a globally dominant empire to an economically fragile island.
In The Rise and Fall of the British Empire, Lawrence James has written a comprehensive, perceptive, and insightful history of the British Empire. Spanning the years from 1600 to the present day, this critically acclaimed book combines detailed scholarship with readable popular history.
Imprint Publisher
St. Martin's Griffin
ISBN
9780312169855
In The News
“This is a stylish, intelligent and readable book.” —The New York Times Book Review
“A reliable, well-balanced and well-written account that should enlighten and entertain lay readers who wish to learn more about an empire that in its high noon was more extensive, more populous, and arguably more influential that that of Rome.” —The Washington Post Book World
“There is not a dull page in this book.” —The Washington Times
“A sprawling and complex subject handled with admirable style and selectivity.” —A.N. Wilson, author of Eminent Victories and Jesus: A Life
“An excellent work of popular history...fluid, accessible and personalized.” —Booklist
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The Rise and Fall of the British Empire