Ghosts of Empire: Britain’s Legacies in the Modern World
Kwasi Kwarteng
This fascinating book shows how the later years of the British Empire were characterised by accidental oversights, irresponsible opportunism and uncertain pragmatism
Award History
0 wins · 1 total
| Award | Year | Result | Category / Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lionel Gelber Prize: International AffairsMajor | 2013 | Shortlist | Secondary source |
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The later years of the British Empire were characterised by accidental oversights, irresponsible opportunism, and uncertain pragmatism.
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