A history of British colonialism in India during the 18th and 19th centuries, including the economic, political, and social factors that shaped the relationship between India and Britain.
This book provides a concise overview of the British Commonwealth, tracing the evolution of its political and social structures from its foundation to the modern era. Muir examines the challenges faced by the Commonwealth and its member nations, and offers insights into the organization's future prospects.
This historical account of municipal government in Liverpool explores the growth and development of municipal institutions and outlines the challenges and successes of local governance in a rapidly growing city.
This book provides a comprehensive account of the evolution of municipal government in Liverpool, from its earliest days to the passage of the Municipal Reform Act of 1835. Drawing upon extensive archival material and contemporary accounts, Platt and Muir offer a fascinating insight into the workings of local government during a time of great change and innovation.
First published in 1917, this book by Scottish historian Ramsay Muir is a comprehensive account of the expansion of Europe and the rise of European civilization. Muir argues that European expansion was both a cause and a result of the development of modern history, from the Renaissance to the First World War. The book is a valuable resource for understanding the global impact of European imperialism and the roots of contemporary globalization.