Description

The Lust of Empire is a historical book written by George Frisbie Hoar in 1900. The book explores the history of the United States and its expansionist policies during the 19th century. Hoar examines the motivations behind American imperialism, including economic interests, religious beliefs, and the desire for power and prestige.The book covers a wide range of topics, including the Mexican-American War, the annexation of Hawaii, and the Spanish-American War. Hoar also discusses the treatment of Native Americans and the impact of American expansion on other countries.Throughout the book, Hoar offers a critical perspective on American imperialism, arguing that it was often driven by greed and a sense of superiority over other nations. He also highlights the negative consequences of American expansion, including the displacement of indigenous peoples and the loss of sovereignty for other nations.Overall, The Lust of Empire is a thought-provoking and insightful book that offers a nuanced perspective on American imperialism and its impact on the world.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.