Foreign Relations (1882)

Foreign Relations is a historical book written by Spencer Walpole in 1882. The book covers the foreign relations of Great Britain from the early 17th century to the late 19th century. It provides an in-depth analysis of the political and diplomatic events that shaped Britain's foreign policy during this period. The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a specific period of time. Walpole begins by discussing the reign of James I and the early Stuart period, where Britain was primarily focused on maintaining peace with its European neighbors. He then moves on to the tumultuous period of the English Civil War and the Commonwealth, where foreign policy was largely dictated by the internal political struggles of the country. Walpole also covers the rise of Britain as a global power during the 18th and 19th centuries, including its role in the American Revolution, the Napoleonic Wars, and the scramble for Africa. He discusses the key figures involved in shaping British foreign policy, such as William Pitt the Elder, Lord Palmerston, and Benjamin Disraeli. Throughout the book, Walpole provides a detailed analysis of the various treaties and agreements that Britain entered into with other countries, as well as the conflicts and wars that arose as a result of these agreements. He also examines the impact of economic and technological developments on Britain's foreign policy, such as the rise of industrialization and the development of the telegraph. Overall, Foreign Relations is a comprehensive and detailed account of Britain's foreign policy during a crucial period in its history. It provides valuable insights into the political and diplomatic events that shaped the country's relations with the rest of the world, and the key figures who played a role in these events.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.