The Rise and Fall of the British Empire by Lawrence James (1996, Hardcover, 1st

Immerse yourself in a sweeping account of history with The Rise and Fall of the British Empire by Lawrence James. First published in Great Britain in 1994 and released in the U.S. in January 1996 by St. Martins Press, this definitive volume explores the vast story of the British Empire from the 1600s to its decline in the 20th century.

James examines the forces that built and sustained Britains global dominance, the moral and political contradictions of imperialism, and the eventual unraveling of colonial power. Blending rich narrative with scholarly insight, the book balances detailed accounts of historical figures, wars, and policies with the broader cultural and economic consequences of empire.

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Author: Lawrence James

Format: Hardcover

Publisher: St. Martins Press, New York

First U.S. Edition: January 1996

ISBN: 0-312-14039-8

Subject: History British Empire, Imperialism, Colonies, Commonwealth,