The Australian Presence In The Pacific: Burns Philp 1914-1946

The Australian Presence In The Pacific: Burns Philp 1914-1946

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Author: K. Buckley & K. Klugman
Binding: Hardback
Published: George Allen & Unwin, 1983

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Previous owner

This historical account, The Australian Presence In The Pacific: Burns Philp 1914-1946, meticulously chronicles the significant economic and political impact of the Australian trading company Burns Philp across the Pacific during a pivotal era. The narrative uncovers the intricate web of commerce, colonial ambition, and regional development that shaped the islands from the outbreak of World War I through the end of World War II. Presenting a rigorous analysis, it illustrates how a single corporate entity exerted considerable influence on the geopolitical landscape and daily lives of Pacific communities. The work offers an academic yet accessible perspective on a crucial period of Australian engagement in its northern neighbors, detailing the strategies and consequences of its commercial expansion.

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Description

Author: K. Buckley & K. Klugman
Binding: Hardback
Published: George Allen & Unwin, 1983

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Previous owner

This historical account, The Australian Presence In The Pacific: Burns Philp 1914-1946, meticulously chronicles the significant economic and political impact of the Australian trading company Burns Philp across the Pacific during a pivotal era. The narrative uncovers the intricate web of commerce, colonial ambition, and regional development that shaped the islands from the outbreak of World War I through the end of World War II. Presenting a rigorous analysis, it illustrates how a single corporate entity exerted considerable influence on the geopolitical landscape and daily lives of Pacific communities. The work offers an academic yet accessible perspective on a crucial period of Australian engagement in its northern neighbors, detailing the strategies and consequences of its commercial expansion.