Lectures On British Colonization And Empire: First Series, 1600-1783 (1906)

By Frederick A. Kirkpatrick

Book Overview

Lectures on British Colonization and Empire: First Series, 1600-1783 is a historical book written by Frederick Alexander Kirkpatrick and published in 1906. The book is a collection of lectures that provide an overview of the British colonization and empire-building efforts in the period between 1600 and 1783. The author covers various topics related to the British colonialism, including the early explorations and settlements in North America, the establishment of British colonies in the Caribbean and India, and the expansion of British influence in Africa and Asia. Kirkpatrick also examines the political, economic, and social factors that contributed to the growth of the British Empire, including the role of trade, migration, and military conquest. The book also discusses the impact of British imperialism on the indigenous populations of the colonized regions, as well as the political and social changes that occurred in Britain as a result of its imperial ambitions. Overall, Lectures on British Colonization and Empire: First Series, 1600-1783 is a comprehensive and informative account of the British colonial period, and it provides readers with a deeper understanding of the historical context and significance of the British Empire.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165415666
• ISBN13: 9781165415663
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 132 Pages
• Weight: 0.41 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"