A Historical Geography Of The British Empire (1905) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781166472382)

""A Historical Geography of the British Empire"" is a comprehensive book written by George, Hereford Brooke in 1905. The book explores the history and geography of the British Empire, which at the time was the largest empire in the world. It covers the period from the early explorations of the 16th century to the height of the British Empire in the late 19th century. The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of the British Empire. It begins with an overview of the early explorations and settlements in North America, the Caribbean, and India. The book then delves into the expansion of the empire in Africa, Australia, and New Zealand, as well as the colonization of Hong Kong and Singapore. The author also explores the economic, political, and social aspects of the British Empire. He discusses the impact of the empire on the indigenous populations, the role of the British East India Company, and the development of trade and commerce. The book also covers the challenges and conflicts that the British Empire faced, including wars and uprisings in India, Africa, and North America. Overall, ""A Historical Geography of the British Empire"" provides a comprehensive overview of the British Empire and its impact on the world. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the British Empire or the development of global colonialism.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Hereford Brooke George
ISBN-10: 1166472388
ISBN-13: 9781166472382
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 326
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.96lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.68d