The Colonies and Imperial Unity, or the Barrel Without the Hoops

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This insightful analysis of the British Empire in the late 19th century argues that the imperial project is inherently unstable and that the colonies, far from being a source of strength, actually undermine the unity of the British state. Jenkins draws on a wealth of historical and contemporary evidence to make a persuasive case for a more decentralized, federal approach to imperial governance.