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Expedition into empire : exploratory journeys and the making of the modern world / edited by Martin Thomas.
| Other author | Thomas, Martin, 1964- |
| Format | Book |
| Publication | New York : Routledge, 2015. |
| Description | x, 241 pages ; 24 cm. |
| Subjects |
| Series | Routledge Studies in Cultural History ; 31 Routledge studies in cultural history 31. ^A517008 |
| Abstract | "Expeditionary journeys have shaped our world, but the expedition as a cultural form is rarely scrutinized. This book is the first major investigation of the conventions and social practices embedded in team-based exploration. In probing the politics of expedition making, this volume is itself a pioneering journey through the cultures of empire. With contributions from established and emerging scholars, Expedition into Empire plots the rise and transformation of expeditionary journeys from the eighteenth century until the present. Conceived as a series of spotlights on imperial travel and colonial expansion, it roves widely: from the metropolitan centers to the ends of the earth. This collection is both rigorous and accessible, containing lively case studies from writers long immersed in exploration, travel literature, and the dynamics of cross-cultural encounter"-- Provided by publisher. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| LCCN | 2014018418 |
| ISBN | 9781138790681 (hardback) |
| ISBN | 1138790680 (hardback) |
| Standard identifier# | 40024150107 |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joyner | General Stacks | G80 .E88 2015 | ✔ Available | Place Hold |