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Edge Of Empire: Lives, Culture, And Conquest In The East, 17501850
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A Palladian Mansion Filled With Western Art In The Center Of Old Calcutta, The Mughal Emperors Letters In An Archive In The French Alps, The Names Of Italian Adventurers Scratched Into The Walls Of Egyptian Temples. In This Imaginative Book, Maya Jasanoff Delves Into The Stories Behind Vestiges Such As These To Uncover The Lives Of People, Collectors In India And Egypt, Who Lived On The Frontiers Of The British Empire During A Pivotal Century Of Its Formation. From Household Names Like Clive Of India And Napoleon Bonaparte To Littleknown Figures Such As The Circus Strongman Giambattista Belzoni Or The Swiss Mercenary Antoine Polier, Edge Of Empire Traces The Exploits Of Collectors To Tell An Intimate History Of Imperialism. Jasanoff Delves Beneath The Grand Narratives Of Power, Exploitation, And Resistance To Look At The British Empire Through The Eyes Of The People Caught Up In It. What Does Empire Look Like From The Inside Out?Written And Researched On Four Continents, Edge Of Empire Makes An Original And Significant Contribution To International History. Jasanoff Offers A Fresh Account Of European Imperialism That Challenges Received Wisdom About How Imperial Power Was Asserted In Asia And The Middle East. She Shows Us That Britains Expansion Involved More Than The Mere Imposition Of An Imperial Project Over Foreign Subjects, And That The Stereotypical White Mans Burden Ideology Emerged Only After Long Years Of Crosscultural Encounters. Edge Of Empire Enters A World Where People Lived, Loved, Mingled, And Identified With One Another In Ways Richer And More Complex Than Previous Accounts Have Led Us To Believe Were Possible. And As This Book Demonstrates, Traces Of That World Remain Tangibleand Topicaltoday.An Innovative, Persuasive, And Provocative Work Of History.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Edge of Empire'? A: 'Edge of Empire' explores the lives and experiences of individuals living on the fringes of the British Empire between 1750 and 1850, focusing on the human stories behind imperialism.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Edge of Empire'? A: 'Edge of Empire' is authored by Maya Jasanoff, who provides a fresh perspective on European imperialism.
- Q: What type of book is 'Edge of Empire'? A: 'Edge of Empire' is a historical non-fiction book that combines research with narrative storytelling to present an intimate view of the British Empire.
- Q: How many pages does 'Edge of Empire' have? A: 'Edge of Empire' contains 416 pages filled with detailed accounts and historical analysis.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The book is listed as a used book in good condition, meaning it may show some signs of wear but is still readable.
- Q: When was 'Edge of Empire' published? A: 'Edge of Empire' was published on August 23, 2005.
- Q: What binding does 'Edge of Empire' have? A: 'Edge of Empire' is available in a hardcover binding, providing durability and a professional appearance.
- Q: Is 'Edge of Empire' a first edition? A: Yes, the listing specifies that this is the first edition of 'Edge of Empire'.
- Q: What are some notable topics covered in the book? A: 'Edge of Empire' covers topics such as cross-cultural encounters, collectors' experiences, and the complexities of life under imperial rule.
- Q: What unique perspective does Maya Jasanoff offer in this book? A: Maya Jasanoff offers a perspective that challenges traditional narratives of imperialism by highlighting the interconnectedness of cultures and individuals during the British Empire's expansion.