1759: The Year Britain Became Master of the World by Frank McLynn (English) Pape

Description: 1759 by Frank McLynn Drawing on a mass of primary materials - from texts in the Vatican archives to oral histories of the North American Indians, this title shows how the conflict between Britain and France triggered the first world war, raging from Europe to Africa; the Caribbean to the Pacific; the plains of the Ganges to the Great Lakes of North America. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description A remarkable new book on a crucial moment in British and world history.Although 1759 is not a date as well known in British history as 1215, 1588, or 1688, there is a strong case to be made that it is the most significant year since 1066. In 1759 - the fourth year of the Seven Years War - the British defeated the French in arduous campaigns on four continents and also achieved absolute mastery of the seas.Drawing on a mass of primary materials - from texts in the Vatican archives to oral histories of the North American Indians - Frank McLynn shows how the conflict between Brtiain and France triggered the first world war, raging from Europe to Africa; the Caribbean to the Pacific; the plains of the Ganges to the Great Lakes of North America. It also brought about the War of Independence, the acquisition by Britain of the Falkland Islands and, ultimately, the French Revolution. Notes A remarkable new book on a crucial moment in British and world history. Author Biography Frank McLynn is a highly regarded historian, who specializes in biographies and military history. He has written over 20 books, including critically acclaimed biographies of Napoleon and Richard the Lionheart. Other books include 1066, Stanley, Marcus Aurelius and The Road Not Taken. He is a graduate of Wadham College, Oxford, and London University, where he obtained his doctorate. Review A marvellous book: elegantly written, convincingly argued and packed with fascinating detail... it will do much to restore 1759 to its rightful place among the great years of British history -- Saul David * Sunday Times *An erudite and delightful literary and philosophical romp * Herald *McLynns feisty and highly personal take on the pivot point of the Seven Years War adds fresh perspectives to the old story -- Stephen Brumwell * Times Literary Supplement *A stylish and fascinating account of the first global struggle * New Statesman *Splendid * Guardian * Promotional A remarkable new book on a crucial moment in British and world history. Review Text A marvellous book: elegantly written, convincingly argued and packed with fascinating detail... it will do much to restore 1759 to its rightful place among the great years of British history Promotional "Headline" A remarkable new book on a crucial moment in British and world history. Details ISBN0099526395 Author Frank McLynn Year 2008 ISBN-10 0099526395 ISBN-13 9780099526391 Format Paperback Publication Date 2008-03-27 Imprint Vintage Subtitle The Year Britain Became Master of the World Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom DEWEY 941.072 Media Book Language English Pages 448 Publisher Vintage Publishing Short Title 1759 UK Release Date 2008-03-27 AU Release Date 2008-03-27 NZ Release Date 2008-03-27 Alternative 9781446449271 Audience General We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:15502621;

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