New Map of Empire

Discover the intricacies of British America in S. Max Edelson's captivating book, New Map of Empire, published by Harvard University Press in 2017. Spanning 480 pages, this thought-provoking work delves into the vast territories of British America, which extended from Hudson Bay to the Florida Keys and from the Atlantic Ocean to the Mississippi River in 1763. Through meticulously crafted maps, Edelson uncovers the contested geography of the British Atlantic world, offering fresh insights into the motivations behind Britain's imperial ambitions leading up to the American Revolution. This book is a must-read for history enthusiasts and anyone interested in cartography, colonial studies, and the complex dynamics of empire. Enhance your understanding of this pivotal era in American history with New Map of Empire.