
The British Empire: A Very Short Introduction
によって
Ashley Jackson
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History
形式
ペーパーバック
ページ数
160
言語
英語
公開されました
Jul 12, 2013
出版社
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10
0199605416
ISBN-13
9780199605415
説明
Ashley Jackson offers a compact yet enlightening exploration of the British Empire, examining its vast expanse from the eighteenth century through to the mid-twentieth century. With a keen eye for detail, he delves into the complexities of imperialism, addressing not only the political and economic motivations behind the empire’s expansion but also the social and cultural impacts it had on both colonizers and the colonized.
Throughout the narrative, Jackson emphasizes how the empire influenced global dynamics, shaping international relations and cultural exchanges that still resonate today. He reveals the intricacies of governance across diverse regions, the struggles for independence, and the lasting legacies that followed decolonization.
This concise examination provides readers with an understanding of the British Empire's monumental role in world history, making it accessible to those unfamiliar with its profound implications. Jackson invites a reflection on the past while encouraging a discussion on how these historical narratives continue to shape contemporary society.
Throughout the narrative, Jackson emphasizes how the empire influenced global dynamics, shaping international relations and cultural exchanges that still resonate today. He reveals the intricacies of governance across diverse regions, the struggles for independence, and the lasting legacies that followed decolonization.
This concise examination provides readers with an understanding of the British Empire's monumental role in world history, making it accessible to those unfamiliar with its profound implications. Jackson invites a reflection on the past while encouraging a discussion on how these historical narratives continue to shape contemporary society.