A System of Ambition? - British Foreign Policy 1660-1793
Author(s): Jeremy Black
This work charts the rise of Britain to a position of spectacular greatness on the international stage, with an empire to provide vast wealth and prestige. Background events include the Anglo-Dutch wars, the wars of the Austrian and Spanish successions, the Seven Years War and the American and French revolutions. The book explores the role of parliaments; the influence of the Crown; the diplomatic system; the impact of military considerations; the importance of trade; and the growing effect of public opinion and press.
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- : History Press Limited, The
- : History Press Limited, The
- : 0.412769
- : 01 June 2003
- : 1.04 Inches X 5.44 Inches X 8.54 Inches
- : books
Special Fields
- : Jeremy Black
- : Paperback
- : 327.4/1/09033
- : 304