What Everyone Knows About Britain* (*Except The British)

Michael Peel's book "What Everyone Knows About Britain" is a wake-up call for those still under the illusion that Great Britain punches above its weight. He argues that Britain is seen differently from outside, with myths, nostalgia, and a belief in core values that have led to abuses of power, poverty, and divisive conflict. Peel offers a perspective of distance to help the British see themselves as they really are and escape the trick mirror.

Format: Hardback
Length: 384 pages
Publication date: 25 April 2024
Publisher: Octopus Publishing Group

In his new book,The Myth of the British Empire,Michael Peel takes a fresh look at these questions and offers a bold and provocative analysis. He challenges the idea that Britain is a great power,arguing that it is in fact a declining one. Peel examines the history of the British Empire,from its early days to its collapse in the 1990s,and shows how it was shaped by a series of myths and misconceptions.

One of the key myths that Peel challenges is the idea that the British Empire was a force for good in the world. He argues that the Empire was in fact a vehicle for the exploitation and oppression of people around the world. The British colonized vast territories,and used their power to exploit the resources and labor of the local people. They imposed their culture and values on the colonized,and often used violence and coercion to maintain their control.

Another myth that Peel challenges is the idea that the British Empire was a source of stability and prosperity for Britain itself. He argues that the Empire was in fact a drain on British resources and a source of conflict and instability. The British had to devote vast sums of money and resources to maintain their Empire,and this often led to tensions and conflicts with other nations.

Peel also challenges the idea that the British Empire was a force for democracy and human rights. He argues that the Empire was in fact a vehicle for the repression and exploitation of people around the world. The British colonized territories and used their power to suppress political opposition and human rights abuses.

In conclusion,The Myth of the British Empire is a powerful and provocative book that challenges a series of myths and misconceptions about the British Empire. Michael Peel offers a bold and provocative analysis of the history of the Empire,and shows how it was shaped by a series of myths and misconceptions. He argues that the Empire was in fact a vehicle for the exploitation and oppression of people around the world,and that it was a drain on British resources and a source of conflict and instability. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the history and legacy of the British Empire.

Weight: 474g
Dimension: 162 x 241 x 27 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781800961760