British Imperialism

A milestone in the understanding of British history and imperialism, this ground-breaking book radically reinterprets the course of modern economic development and the causes of overseas expansion during the past three centuries. Employing their concept of 'gentlemanly capitalism', the authors draw imperial and domestic British history together to show how the shape of the nation and its economy depended on international and imperial ties, and how these ties were undone to produce the post colonial world of today. Containing a new Foreword and Afterword and updated to include new directions in the field, as well now coming up to the present day financial crisis, this third edition of British Imperialism is the perfect read for all students of Imperial and global history.