
The Politically Incorrect Guide to the British Empire
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Ray Porter
Nothing offends liberals more than Western imperialism—it is racism, sexism, and chauvinism all in one. And of course the epitome of Western imperialism is the British Empire, the biggest empire the world has ever known, covering at its height a quarter of the globe’s surface and ruling a quarter of the world’s population. Here, best-selling author H. W. Crocker III exposes—in brawling, rambunctious style—how the British Empire was actually one of the greatest establishers and defenders of freedom in history.
So strap on your pith helmet for a rollicking ride through some of history’s most colorful events. The Politically Incorrect Guide to the British Empire provides a panoramic and provocative view of 400 years of history that will delight and amuse, educate and entertain.
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Excellent book
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There is a great deal in this book that one cannot find taught in schools.
An excellent history
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Refreshing Take on True History
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Interesting take on the British empire
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Highly entertaining avalanche of lies
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Then the book briefly compares the British, Spanish, French, Russian, and German imperial practices. It appears that being ruled by the British was more humane. Individual rights matter more. Religious tolerance and economic development are far more common. The author argues that the British Commonwealth provides far better governance than the typical UN member state.
Yet the author’s principal method of historical narrative focuses on prominent British leaders, spies, and military commanders across the centuries. The thumbnail biographies often transform dry facts into compelling glimpses into influential lives: Henry Hudson, Captain Cook, Francis Drake, George Washington, Sir Richard Francis Burton, General Gordon, T.E.Lawrence, and Winston Churchill, The sympathetic portrayal of some other British figures reflects a nostalgic ethos.
This book - like the more popular, once revisionist accounts - works better at complicated one-dimensional narratives. It reminds 21st readers of some often forgotten facts and provides additional context to contemporary, multiculturalist versions.
This niche account also helps explain both the spread of democratic values and the rarity of good governance in many nations today. The British Empire set the stage, in this version of history, for a more democratic, idealistic American empire.
How long will this latest English speaking era last? Would a new Chinese empire be as humane as the British Empire? Shall we ask the residents of (and exiles from) Hong Kong?
I strongly recommend this Audible recording as a supplement, not primary, source on the British Empire.
An informative primer on the British Empire
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Many questions remain: Was it worth it? Did it help or tyranise the locals? On net was the Empire a profitable expence of British blood and treasure? Was the Empire an integral part of British success or should one focus on religion, culture and philosophy?
This book disguards historical analysis favouring dastardly tails of bravado to trigger the Libs.
A Swashbucklers' Guide to the British Empire
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While this is not a white-washing of the history of Britain, it is a tale seldom told of the rose, glory, and recession of the greatest empire in the history of man.
You disagree? I challenge you to listen to the tale of this book with a truthful heart and not form a similar conclusion.
Awe inspiring
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Every Briton should be proud of the legacy of Great Britain
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Accurate
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