How has Europe’s colonial history shaped the global order, economies, and cultural identities? This book explores the legacy of European colonial empires, focusing on how European powers expanded their territories across the globe and the lasting impact of their rule. The narrative examines the economic systems of extraction, such as the slave trade, resource plundering, and forced labor, and how these practices shaped the economies of both the colonies and the colonizing countries. It also discusses the cultural legacies of colonialism, including language, religion, and the erasure of indigenous cultures. The book offers a critical look at the continued effects of colonialism, including post-colonial struggles, economic inequality, and the role of former colonial powers in shaping modern global politics, providing a nuanced view of the complex legacy left behind by colonial empires.
