From Empire to International Commonwealth: A Biography of Lionel Curtis / Edition 1

by Deborah Lavin

Overview

This is the first biography of Lionel Curtis, a highly influential figure in international affairs throughout the first half of the twentieth century. He was instrumental in extending self-government to the 'new South Africa' in 1910, India in 1916, and Eire after 1921. He worked to associate the Commonwealth with America in 1918 and towards a united Europe in 1948. He was founder of the Round Table, the Royal Institute of International Affairs, and the Oxford Society.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780198126164
Publisher:	Oxford University Press
Publication date:	12/28/1995
Pages:	384
Product dimensions:	9.52(w) x 6.44(h) x 1.13(d)
Lexile:	1580L (what's this?)

About the Author

University of Durham

Editorial Reviews

"[A] well-researched and comprehensive political biography. Lavin has produced a fine work for specialists in British Empire studies."—The Albion

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