Books Tell You Why, Inc.

A Reprint edition in Very Good condition with wear to the spine edges, in alike dust-jacket with a 2" pencil marking on the front.

This book is a history of the concept of empire from the writings of eighteenth century philosopher Edmund Burke to the post-war Labour government of the UK. The book looks at the history of empire from its origins in the quest for wealth and power to its demise in the face of nationalism and decolonization.; 8vo ; 434 pages.

Price: $28.13