“American Empire- it is an empire that lacks the drive to export its capital, its people and its culture to those backward regions which need them most urgently and which, if they are neglected, will breed the greatest threats to its security. It is an empire, in short, that dare not speak its name. It is an empire in denial.”
Quote by Niall Ferguson
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Empire: the rise and demise of the British world order and the lessons for global power
This book delves into the historical evolution of the British Empire, analyzing its rise and fall, and draws parallels with contemporary global power dynamics. more
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Niall Ferguson
Niall Ferguson is a prominent historian specializing in the history of the British Empire, financial history, and global history since 1800. He has authored numerous books and held academic positions at Harvard University and the University of Oxford. more
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