The Character of the British Empire by Ramsay Muir

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Author Muir, Ramsay, 1872-1941
LoC No. 19009328
Title The Character of the British Empire
Credits Produced by Marc D'Hooghe
Summary "The Character of the British Empire" by Ramsay Muir is a historical account written in the early 20th century, specifically during the time of World War I. The book explores the nature, structure, and governance of the British Empire, emphasizing its unique characteristics compared to other empires throughout history. It suggests that the British Empire embodies a form of governance marked by a combination of unity and self-government rather than military despotism. In this analysis, Muir argues that the British Empire is distinctively less authoritarian than its contemporaries, operating more as a Commonwealth of Nations than a typical empire. He outlines how the Empire has granted significant self-governing powers to its dominions, such as Canada and Australia, while also introducing law and organization in regions with ancient civilizations, like India and Egypt. Muir contends that the British Empire has played a crucial role in spreading Western civilization and political liberty, valuing the rights and welfare of its diverse subjects. He discusses how this diversity allows the Empire to accommodate different systems of governance and societal structures without imposing a uniform rule, ultimately fostering a collaborative relationship with its various territories. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
LoC Class JN: Political science: Political inst. and pub. Admin.: Europe
Subject Great Britain -- Colonies -- Administration
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EBook-No. 35184
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Mar 19, 2024
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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