{"product_id":"empire-without-end-a-new-history-of-britain-and-the-caribbean-hardcover","title":"Empire Without End: A New History of Britain and the Caribbean - Hardcover","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eImaobong Umoren\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA powerful, groundbreaking new history of Britain and the Caribbean, challenging existing thinking about British colonization and recontextualizing the twin stories of contemporary inequality in both regions.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eIn \u003ci\u003eEmpire Without End\u003c\/i\u003e, historian Imaobong Umoren delivers an incisive and captivating exploration of the deep, complex ties between Britain and the Caribbean--largely underexamined until now. Spanning from the 16th century to the present, this riveting narrative redefines how we view the Caribbean--not just as a source of labor and resources for the British Empire, but as a dynamic testing ground for social and cultural experimentation. Umoren uncovers how the Caribbean shaped British societal ideals, many of which were exported back to Britain, laying the foundation for a racial-caste system that still affects social, political, and economic life today. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThis deeply researched work goes beyond historical accounts of sugar plantations and slavery. Umoren dives deeper, exploring how religion, global migration, war, grassroots protest, and even tourism all played into the Caribbean's lasting legacy. She boldly connects the dots to modern-day issues, arguing that the shadow of British colonization lingers through neo-colonialism, continuing to shape the lives of Caribbean people. As the world confronts a collective racial reckoning, \u003ci\u003eEmpire Without End\u003c\/i\u003e sheds light on the ongoing fight for reparations and justice, offering a much-needed lens on history's unfinished business. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eWritten with clarity and packed with profound insights, \u003ci\u003eEmpire Without End\u003c\/i\u003e is a must-read for anyone curious about the intertwined histories of Britain, the Caribbean, and America. Joining the ranks of acclaimed historical titles like \u003ci\u003eBlack Ghosts of Empire\u003c\/i\u003e and works by Ta-Nehisi Coates, this book provides a fresh, urgent perspective on empire's enduring impact and the global conversation it demands today.\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eImaobong Umoren is a historian of racism, women and gender in the Caribbean, Britain, and wider African diaspora. She is an Associate Professor at the London School of Economics and Political Science.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 512\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.4 x 9.1 x 6.2 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e October 21, 2025\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51978322739501,"sku":"9781982175016","price":29.79,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0938\/3185\/6429\/files\/BH8jiw9p409781982175016.webp?v=1775801615","url":"https:\/\/ishookbooks.com\/products\/empire-without-end-a-new-history-of-britain-and-the-caribbean-hardcover","provider":"iShook Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}