Delve into the stark realities of European imperial expansion and warfare (1815-1960) with this essential anticolonial history. V.G. Kiernan meticulously details the military might and brutal practices of colonial powers, from the British in India to Africa’s partition. This comprehensive world history dispels myths of “civilised” conquest, revealing the barbaric truths and the evolution of effective guerrilla resistance. A crucial read for students of Indian history, competitive exam aspirants, and anyone seeking to understand the true nature of empire and its downfall.