Ornamentalism: How the British Saw Their Empire
Ornamentalism: How the British Saw Their Empire
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2002
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Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2002264
Book • Nonfiction
British Empire • 19th-20th century
2002
Adult
18+ years
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In Ornamentalism: How the British Saw Their Empire, David Cannadine explores how British individuals viewed their empire through a lens of class and hierarchy, rather than race. The text examines how social structures and British aristocratic ideals influenced perceptions and governance in colonial territories, highlighting the complex dynamics of identity and power in the British Empire.
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David Cannadine's Ornamentalism: How the British Saw Their Empire examines the British Empire's social hierarchy, highlighting its reliance on class and tradition. Critics commend its insightful analysis of imperial identity, although some find its scope limited and lacking depth. The book's detailed narrative is praised for its fresh perspective on imperial history.
Who Should Read Ornamentalism: How the British Saw Their Empire?
Readers interested in Ornamentalism: How the British Saw Their Empire by David Cannadine enjoy exploring British imperial history through cultural and hierarchical lenses. Comparable to Orientalism by Edward Said and The Invention of Tradition by Eric Hobsbawm, this book appeals to those curious about social history and imperial identity.
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Book • Nonfiction
British Empire • 19th-20th century
2002
Adult
18+ years
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