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Empireworld

How British Imperialism Has Shaped the Globe

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Empireworld

By: Sathnam Sanghera
Narrated by: Homer Todiwala
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THE INSTANT SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER

Empireland examined imperialism's lasting impact on Britain

Empireworld traces the legacies of British empire across the globe.

2.6 billion people are inhabitants of former British colonies. The empire's influence upon the quarter of the planet it occupied, and its gravitational influence upon the world outside it, has been profound: from the spread of Christianity by missionaries to nearly 1 in 3 driving on the left side of the road, and even shaping the origins of international law. Yet Britain's idea of its imperial history and the world's experience of it are two very different things. ­­

In Empireworld, award-winning author and journalist, Sathnam Sanghera extends his examination of British imperial legacies beyond Britain. Travelling the globe to trace its international legacies - from Barbados and Mauritius to India and Nigeria and beyond - Sanghera demonstrates just how deeply British imperialism is baked into our world.

And why it's time Britain was finally honest with itself about empire.

‘A wonderful book’ Rory Stewart

‘Nuanced and deeply researched’ Financial Times

‘Not just a welcome corrective but a book for our times’ Peter Frankopan

©2024 Sathnam Sanghera (P)2024 Penguin Audio Colonialism & Post-Colonialism Europe Great Britain Politics & Government Imperialism England Thought-Provoking Colonial Period Caribbean

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Just opening your eyes to what was previously hidden, but Sathnam is an expert. Thoroughly enjoyed both his books, and really should be part of the British school curriculum!

Empireworld, by Sathnam Sangherra

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a good follow up to Empireland notwithstanding the awful narration. I felt the book could have done with slightly better editing and the audio version was almost unlistenable because of the narrator but the actual subject matters was excellent and unlike Empireland took the reader away from just India to other parts of the erstwhile empire

a different perspective on history

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Rich with knowledge. I am a better person I believe for listening to this excellent book. Should be part of the education criterion. Great reference to further reading too

Truly an education

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I didn’t know what I was getting into when I started this, was it enjoyable- probably not. But interesting yes. Do I agree with it all no, does the author have a point yes, but I also think that their own history and upbringing sways some of the arguments.

Interesting topic

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Presenting historical facts in an unvarnished manner along with a balanced and factual manner is no simple task. I applaud the writer

Facts

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So interesting and informative. To truly understand history I believe it essential to have full knowledge of the past and all history it encompasses.
Thank you Sathnam for writing this book.

Informative essential listening for all

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I would highly recommend this book for anyone interested in the impact that British empire and colonialism has had on the world. The author has clearly done his research and offers an insightful view on this topic, which unfortunately has prompted lots of racist abuse on social media.

A balanced view

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The author takes us on his journey of understanding imperialism throughout the former British empire. There are moments in this book, that will make you evaluate what you thought of the British Empire, and, although the author, concludes, by stating we should all accept our past and move on, it does feel like the end of the book is a bit rushed.


Insightful and informative

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Like Empireland an excellent , informative and insightful book. Thoroughly enjoyed them both. And S the author points out that, the lack of education on the history is something that needs to be addressed .

Informative and insightful

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Just like Empireland before it, Saruman
Sanghera engages and enlightens. Not only historical but profoundly geographical too.

Wide ranging and enlightening

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