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Origins of Colonialism: Why Geography Mattered explores the critical role that geographical factors played in the emergence of European colonialism. Tirthankar Roy challenges conventional narratives by demonstrating that geography was not merely a backdrop but a fundamental driver of colonial expansion.
The book examines how physical geography, climate, resources, and spatial relationships between continents created the conditions necessary for colonial ventures. Roy traces how technological and economic advantages emerged from geographical contexts, enabling European powers to establish dominance over distant regions.
Part of Cambridge’s Elements in Economic History series, this work provides a concise yet comprehensive analysis of how geographical determinants shaped economic history and intercontinental power dynamics. It offers scholars and students valuable insights into the structural foundations of the colonial system.
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