De Illustrating The History Of The British Empire

Author : Annamaria Motrescu-Mayes
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 159 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2021-05-24
Category : History
ISBN : 9781000391299

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De-Illustrating the History of the British Empire by Annamaria Motrescu-Mayes Pdf

De-Illustrating the History of the British Empire aims to offer a timely and inclusive contribution to the evolving cross-disciplinary scholarship that connects visual studies with British imperial historiography. The key purpose of this book is to introduce scholars and students of British imperial and Commonwealth history to a clearly presented and diversely themed evaluation of several "visual manuscripts" – images of all genres depicting particular events, personalities, social and cultural contexts – that document the development of some of the British imperial and post-colonial visual literacies history. The concept of "visual manuscripts" alongside theories of visual anthropology and memory studies are addressed across the entire volume thus allowing the readers to approach with greater ease the discourse on imperial iconography and historiography.

Author : P. J. Marshall
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 404 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2001-08-02
Category : History
ISBN : 0521002540

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The Cambridge Illustrated History of the British Empire by P. J. Marshall Pdf

Up to World War II and beyond, the British ruled over a vast empire. Modern western attitudes towards the imperial past tend either towards nostalgia for British power or revulsion at what seem to be the abuses of that power. The Cambridge Illustrated History of the British Empire adopts neither of these approaches. It aims to create historical understanding about the British empire on the assumption that such understanding is important for any informed appreciation of the modern world. Through striking illustration and a text written by leading experts, this book examines the experience of colonialism in North America, India, Africa, Australia, and the Caribbean, as well as the impact of the empire on Britain itself. Emphasis is placed on social and cultural history, including slavery, trade, religion, art, and the movement of ideas. How did the British rule their empire? Who benefited economically from the empire? And who lost?

Author : Marshall, Peter James Marshall
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 1996
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OCLC:314994743

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The Cambridge Illustrated History of the British Empire by Marshall, Peter James Marshall Pdf

Author : Ashley Jackson,David Tomkins
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2011
Category : Art and society
ISBN : 1851243348

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Illustrating Empire by Ashley Jackson,David Tomkins Pdf

Illustrating Empire tells the history of the British Empire through the ephemeral images used to promote, record, and celebrate its development. The narrative is told through more than 200 striking and original images accompanied by illuminating story captions which unlock the history and meaning behind the illustrations.Following a general introduction which provides an overarching discussion of Empire and its many facets, the book is structured around eight major themes associated with the British Empire and Britain's encounter with non-Europeans: emigration and settlement; imperial authority; exploration and knowledge; trade and commerce; travel and communications; popular culture; exhibitions and jubilees; and politics. Each chapter opens with an introduction which sets the overall context for the visual narrative to follow.The book examines the significance of a range of media in purveying ideas about empire and the non-European world. It also provides a clear summary of scholarly debates regarding the significance of empire in terms of British culture. This book represents a significant contribution to the literature on culture and empire, and will be an engaging and useful source for scholars as well as students and general readers.

Author : Peter James Marshall
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 400 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 1996
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OCLC:777788079

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British Empire by Peter James Marshall Pdf

Author : Lawrence James
Publisher : St. Martin's Press
Page : 352 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2000-09-12
Category : History
ISBN : 0312264291

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The Illustrated Rise and Fall of the British Empire by Lawrence James Pdf

Spanning four centuries and six continents, James' masterpiece examines the imperial experience and its legacy with tremendous insight and finesse. His original work has now been abridged and illustrated in full color throughout with over 400 meticulously researched photographs, paintings, maps and portraits to create a comprehensive and visually stunning portrait of the era. Great Britain's geopolitical role has undergone many radical changes over the last four centuries. Once a maritime superpower and ruler of half the world, Britain now occupies an isolated position as an economically fragile island often at odds with her European neighbors. Spanning the years from 1600 to the present day, this critically acclaimed book combines detailed scholarship with readable popular history.

Author : Marcus Robert Phipps Dorman
Publisher : Hardpress Publishing
Page : 248 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2012-01
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 140777154X

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A History of the British Empire in the Nineteenth Century Volume 2 by Marcus Robert Phipps Dorman Pdf

Unlike some other reproductions of classic texts (1) We have not used OCR(Optical Character Recognition), as this leads to bad quality books with introduced typos. (2) In books where there are images such as portraits, maps, sketches etc We have endeavoured to keep the quality of these images, so they represent accurately the original artefact. Although occasionally there may be certain imperfections with these old texts, we feel they deserve to be made available for future generations to enjoy.

Author : E. H. Nolan
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 944 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 1859
Category : Electronic
ISBN : GENT:900000113679

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The Illustrated History of the British Empire in India and the East, from the Earliest Times to the Suppression of the Sepoy Mutiny in 1859 by E. H. Nolan Pdf

Author : Peter Mayall
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 24 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2016-12-14
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1541127609

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The British Empire by Peter Mayall Pdf

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Author : Stephen J. Hornsby
Publisher : McGill-Queen's Press - MQUP
Page : 378 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2011-04-05
Category : History
ISBN : 9780773587342

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Surveyors of Empire by Stephen J. Hornsby Pdf

Using research from both sides of the Atlantic, Stephen Hornsby examines the development of British military cartography in North America during and after the Seven Years War, as well as advancements in military and scientific equipment used in surveying. At the same time, he follows the land speculation of two leading surveyors, Samuel Holland and J.F.W. Des Barres, and the publication history of The Atlantic Neptune. Richly illustrated with images from The Atlantic Neptune and earlier maps, Surveyors of Empire is an insightful account of the relationship between science and imperialism, and the British shaping of the Atlantic world.

Author : Anonymous
Publisher : Wentworth Press
Page : 428 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2019-03-24
Category : History
ISBN : 1011030004

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The British Empire Series; by Anonymous Pdf

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Author : Ashley Jackson
Publisher : OUP Oxford
Page : 160 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2013-05-30
Category : History
ISBN : 9780191654091

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The British Empire: A Very Short Introduction by Ashley Jackson Pdf

From the eighteenth century until the 1950s the British Empire was the biggest political entity in the world. The territories forming this empire ranged from tiny islands to vast segments of the world's major continental land masses. The British Empire left its mark on the world in a multitude of ways, many of them permanent. In this Very Short Introduction, Ashley Jackson introduces and defines the British Empire, reviewing its historiography by answering a series of key questions: What was the British Empire, and what were its main constituent parts? What were the phases of imperial expansion and contraction and the general causes of expansion and contraction? How was the Empire ruled? What were its economic effects? What were the cultural implications of empire, in Britain and its colonies? What was life like for people living under imperial rule? What are the legacies of the British Empire and how should we view its place in world history? ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.

Author : Edgar Sanderson
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 1906
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OCLC:57504054

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A history of the British empire by Edgar Sanderson Pdf

Author : Edgar Sanderson
Publisher : Theclassics.Us
Page : 184 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2013-09
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1230381589

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A History of the British Empire by Edgar Sanderson Pdf

This historic book may have numerous typos and missing text. Purchasers can usually download a free scanned copy of the original book (without typos) from the publisher. Not indexed. Not illustrated. 1882 edition. Excerpt: ...obtained its fame, and that the staunch loyalty of the five brothers Penderell, in concealing Charles, obtained for them, when a king reigned again in England, the pension still enjoyed by their descendants. 9. For nine years from this time the king without a throne passed to and fro in France and Holland, with a few faithful friends, including Sir Edward Hyde, afterwards Lord Clarendon. The power of the Common-tion Ac?." wealth was now thoroughly established at home. Commercial jealousy of the Dutch led the new government into conflict abroad. In 1651 was passed the Navigation Act, which aimed a blow at a great source of the wealth of Holland by forbidding the importation into England of any foreign goods except in English vessels, or in the vessels of the countries which produced the commodities. The mercantile marine of the Dutch was largely engaged in a carrying trade for other nations, and this step led to a maritime war. 10. Robert Blake, who had already acquired fame as a soldier by his gallant defence of Lyme (in Dorsetshire) and of Taunton for the Parliament in the civil war, Naval defeats now became in England's cause a great admiral. of the On May 19th, 1652, before war had been declared Dutchby the Parliament, Blake defeated the famous Dutch admiral Van Tromp in Dover Roads. On Sept. 28th, 1652, Blake beat the Dutch, under De Ruyter and De Witt, in the Downs. Exactly a month later an engagement off the Goodwin Sands ended in Blake's defeat by a very much stronger Dutch squadron under Van Tromp and De Buyter, and then it was, when Blake was driven to the Thames for shelter and refitting, that Van Tromp's broad sense of humour made him sail the Channel with a big broom at his mast-head, as a sign that he had swept English...

Author : Trevor Lloyd
Publisher : A&C Black
Page : 270 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2006-12-15
Category : History
ISBN : 1852855517

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Empire by Trevor Lloyd Pdf

For nearly two hundred years, Great Britain had an empire on which the sun never set. This is the story of its rise and fall