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Comparing Empires

European Colonialism from Portuguese Expansion to the Spanish-American War

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J. Hart

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208 pages
8 hours of reading

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Focusing on the overlooked empires of Portugal and the Netherlands, the author utilizes rare manuscripts and maps to provide fresh insights into their relationships with Spain, France, England, and the US. The narrative spans from early Portuguese explorations in Africa to the Spanish-American War of 1898, emphasizing the tensions and evolving rivalries among these imperial powers. Through this exploration, the book aims to reshape the understanding of European colonial dynamics and their lasting impact.