{"product_id":"in-defence-of-british-india-great-britain-in-the-middle-east-17751842-9781032457482","title":"In Defence of British India: Great Britain in the Middle East, 1775-1842","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003eThe book \"In Defence of British India\" (1984) explores the challenges of defending the Indian empire against European power fluctuations, highlighting the British strategies of isolation and the Great Game. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hardback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 252 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 03 May 2023\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Taylor \u0026amp; Francis Ltd\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe book \"In Defence of British India\" (1984) delves into the complexities arising from Britain's strategic imperative to safeguard its Indian empire against the ever-shifting dynamics of European power balance, with a primary objective of isolating the empire from the European political sphere. To achieve this, Britain employed a range of strategies aimed at deterring and, subsequently, countering the expansion of European empires into the Middle East. This intricate geopolitical game, known as the \"Great Game,\" commenced in 1798 in response to the French invasion of Egypt. As the stakes grew, the British further strategized to launch an offensive directly within the Middle East, viewing it as a vital means to defend their Indian empire and uphold their global influence.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe book meticulously explores the historical background, diplomatic maneuvers, and military campaigns that shaped this pivotal period of European imperialism. It sheds light on the strategies employed by Britain, including alliances with local rulers, covert operations, and the establishment of military bases to assert its dominance and protect its interests. Moreover, \"In Defence of British India\" examines the broader socio-economic and cultural implications of the Great Game, highlighting the impact it had on the regions involved, as well as the complex interplay of power, religion, and nationalism. Through its comprehensive analysis, the book provides a valuable insight into the complex dynamics of imperialism, the strategies employed by nations to secure their interests, and the enduring legacies of the Great Game in shaping the modern world.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 528g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 160 x 243 x 23 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781032457482\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Edward Ingram","offers":[{"title":"Hardback","offer_id":44246271787258,"sku":"9781032457482","price":112.46,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1684493114778_book.jpg?v=1684618902","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/in-defence-of-british-india-great-britain-in-the-middle-east-17751842-9781032457482","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}