In the maelstrom of Napoleonic Europe; Britain remained defiant; resisting French imperial ambitions. This Anglo-French rivalry was; essentially; a politico-economic conflict for pre-eminence fought on a global scale and it reached a zenith in 1806-1808 with France's apparent dominance of Continental Europe. Britain reacted swiftly and decisively to implement maritime-based strategies to limit French military and commercial gains in Europe; while protecting British overseas interests. The policy is particularly evident in relations with Britain's ""Ancient Ally"": Portugal. That country and; by association her South American empire; became the front line in the battle between Napoleon's ambitions and British maritime security. Shedding new light on British war aims and maritime strategy; this is an essential work for scholars of the Napoleonic Wars and British political; diplomatic; economic and maritime/military history.
#406928 in Books Lulu.com 2007-03-27 2007-03-27Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 9.00 x 1.39 x 6.00l; 1.78 #File Name: 1847287298556 pages
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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful. This Book Has Deepened My PracticeBy SarenthThere were many concepts I had a cursory familiarity with prior to reading this book. However; the Jotun always seemed so hands-off that I found it hard to find information to relate to Them on. I tend to research quite a bit before interacting with new spirits; Deities included; and when this book finally came to me; I was impressed by both the work; and the dedication of the author and contributors to forging and maintaining the relationships within the book. I never worked with the Nine Undines prior to picking up this book; now I have; and will on occasion work with Them as called to. I liked the emphasis on personal relationship-building with the Jotun in the book; in that the work was a good guide; but the person reading actually had to do the work for the benefits the guidance might bring. This is something that very few books actually state out-loud; and that I think through this requirement; the book requires positive growth from the reader.This book challenges; indeed; requires you to grow in order to get anything out of it. I found this book an excellent challenge; and I recommend it to any who walk in the Northern Tradition; especially Northern Tradition Shamanism; alongside the other books in the series.11 of 13 people found the following review helpful. For those who want to know about the JotunBy MikeThis is a well written and researched book on the Jotuns of Norse legends. This is book is not for people who think that the Edda's provide a complete picture of Norse religion.0 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Three StarsBy salome alfdis lokidottirI love the book but the binding broke and some of the pages fell out.
