The Problem of the Pacific - Hardcover

C. Brunsdon Fletcher

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0484424629 ISBN 13: 9780484424622

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2024

Synopsis

Unlock the hidden history of the Pacific, where power, empire, and diplomacy collide.

This nonfic­tion work surveys how rival nations shaped the islands, from Samoa to Fiji, and what those choices reveal about colonial rule and global strategy. The book examines how leaders and policies steered events across a vast ocean, offering a clear lens on a complex era.

In thoughtful, accessible prose, the author traces three phases of German policy, explains the rise of British influence, and analyzes how Pacific communities experienced imperial decisions. It presents context, consequence, and competing viewpoints to help readers grasp a pivotal region in world affairs.

• How colonial powers used diplomacy, force, and governance to shape the Pacific.
• Key figures and decisions that influenced Samoa, Fiji, and other island groups.
• Connections between European states, colonial administrations, and local leaders.
• A broad view of imperial strategy across the Pacific, with attention to its long-term effects.

Ideal for readers of history and international affairs who want a clearer picture of the Pacific’s colonial past and its impact on present-day relations.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2024
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0484424629
• ISBN 13: 9780484424622
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 295