British Colonial Policy (Classic Reprint)
Language: English
Published by Forgotten Books, 2018
- Softcover
- Used
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- Title
- British Colonial Policy (Classic Reprint)
- Author
- David Wedderburn
- Publisher
- Forgotten Books
- Publication year
- 2018
- Condition
- Like New
- Binding
- Soft cover
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 025993240X
- ISBN 13
- 9780259932406
This edition presents a disciplined argument for responsible government and naval strength as the foundation of empire. It traces how policy shifts from harsh control to self-governing colonies, and it weighs the risks of extending self-rule to diverse populations. With contemporary examples and historical context, the work explains why a maritime power relies on secure seas, careful governance, and a balanced approach to expansion.
- How colonial policy evolved across different territories and governments
- Arguments for responsible government and the limits of self-rule
- Insights into the role of the navy, trade, and imperial finance
- Discussion of long-term consequences for both Britain and its colonies
Ideal for readers of political history, imperial studies, and policy debates, this edition sheds light on the principles that guided centuries of empire building.
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