The Idea of Greater Britain

The book delves into late 19th-century British political thought, focusing on the concept of Greater Britain, a proposed union between the UK and its settler colonies. It examines how various thinkers addressed anxieties around democracy, imperial challenges, and emerging global cooperation. Proposals ranged from ambitious nation-state ideas to practical strategies for strengthening colonial ties. By exploring themes of state, race, and nationality, the author sheds light on the intellectual landscape of the era and its implications for modern globalization debates.