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Collana Complementare della Oxford History of the British Empire Serie

Questa vasta serie offre un'immersione profonda nella storia dell'Impero Britannico, tracciandone l'ascesa, l'amministrazione e l'eventuale declino. Attraverso volumi meticolosamente ricercati da storici di spicco, fornisce un esame completo delle dimensioni politiche, sociali e culturali dell'impero. È una risorsa essenziale per chiunque sia interessato a un periodo cruciale della storia mondiale e alla sua eredità duratura.

Settlers and Expatriates
Gender and Empire
Britain's Experience of Empire in the Twentieth Century
Ireland and the British Empire
India and the British Empire
Migration and Empire

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  • Migration and Empire

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    The book provides a comparative analysis of three significant groups of empire migrants from the nineteenth century to the post-colonial era. It explores the motivations and experiences of UK migrants moving to white settler societies, non-white entrepreneurs and workers relocating within the empire, and immigrants arriving in the UK after 1945. Through this lens, it examines the diverse impacts of migration on both the migrants and the societies they entered, highlighting the complexities of identity and belonging within the context of empire.

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  • India and the British Empire

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    Essays by leading historians from around the world combine to create a timely and authoritative assessment of a number of the major themes in the history of modern South Asia.

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  • Ireland and the British Empire

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    This is the first comprehensive history of Ireland and the British Empire. It examines the different phases of Ireland's colonial status from the seventeenth century until the present, along with the impact of Irish people, politics, and nationalism on the Empire at large. The result is a new interpretation of Irish history and its place in the rise, expansion, and decline of the British Empire.

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  • Gender and Empire

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    The book explores the intersection of gender and empire, providing fresh insights into the roles of both men and women in imperial contexts. By integrating various fields such as politics, medicine, and religion, the collection of essays highlights how male dominance shaped imperial politics and the broader implications of this dynamic. This inclusive approach not only challenges traditional narratives but also raises new historical questions, making it a compelling read for those interested in the complexities of the British Empire.

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    • 366pagine
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    The book delves into the diverse experiences of Britons in various colonial communities beyond the Dominions. Through a series of case studies, it examines how different groups interacted with and were influenced by British power in distinct regions around the globe, highlighting the complexities of colonial life and the impact of imperialism on both the colonizers and the colonized.

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  • Environment and Empire

    • 410pagine
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    Exploring the intricate relationship between people and their environments, this study delves into the socio-environmental changes shaped by imperial forces across various British colonies. It highlights the significant historical processes over the past 500 years, revealing how colonialism influenced both local ecologies and societies. The book offers a comprehensive overview of these interactions, making it a vital resource for understanding the complexities of environmental history within the context of empire.

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