Providence and Empire: Religion, Politics and Society in the United Kingdom, 1815-1914

by Stewart Brown

The 19th century was, to a large extent, the 'British century'. Great Britain was the great world power and its institutions, beliefs and values had an immense impact on the world far beyond its formal empire.

Providence and Empire argues that knowledge of the religious thought of the time is crucial in understanding the British imperial story. The churches of the United Kingdom were the greatest suppliers of missionaries...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0582299608
• ISBN13: 9780582299603
• Release Date: January 2008
• Publisher: Routledge
• Length: 508 Pages
• Weight: 1.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.3" x 9.1"