{"product_id":"9781137130433","title":"British Imperialism","description":"What was British imperialism and was it an important element of modern globalization?  Were economic, political or military factors paramount in imperial expansion?  Do post-colonial theories assist or mislead historians?  How have histories of imperialism changed, and are current analyses satisfactory?\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRobert Johnson's invaluable guide offers a succint, easy-to-follow introduction to the key issues and historiography of British imperialism from its origins to the conversion to the Commonwealth.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eBritish Imperialism\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- provides concise introductions to key questions and debates\u003cbr\u003e- takes a question-based approach to analysis of the material\u003cbr\u003e- offers an assessment of the significance of economic, military and political factors in imperial expansion and decolonization\u003cbr\u003e- presents critical appraisals of the most recent controversies including neo-colonialism, cultural imperialism, post-colonial theory, and gender and imperialism\u003cbr\u003e- includes a useful guide to further reading\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUsing vivid examples, Johnson clearly explains the nature of British imperialism and enables the reader to understand the causes, course and immediate consequences of the British-colonial encounter on a world-wide scale.  His book is an essential starting point for all those new to the subject and a helpful introduction to more recent debates.","brand":"Palgrave Macmillan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47136986923248,"sku":"9781137130433","price":44.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9781137130433_p0.jpg?v=1763697845","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9781137130433","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}