Heaven's Command: An Imperial Progress

by Jan Morris

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Overview

The opening volume of Morris’s “Pax Britannica Trilogy,” this richly detailed work traces the rise of the British Empire, from the accession of Queen Victoria to the throne in 1837 to the celebration of her Diamond Jubilee in 1897. Index. A Helen and Kurt Wolff Book

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Book details & editions

ISBN	0571194664
Publisher	Faber and Faber
Publication date	January 1973
Language	English
Pages	560 pages

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About the Author

Jan Morris

Known for writing in a clear, engaging, and easy-to-follow style. The work feels natural and flows smoothly, making it enjoyable from beginning to end.