Splendid Isolation?

This book provides a detailed examination of Britain's foreign policy during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, exploring how key figures like Disraeli, Salisbury, and Grey influenced Britain's position in the world.

It argues that Britain's increasing entanglements with European powers contributed to its involvement in World War I. The book draws on previously private papers to offer a nuanced view of British diplomacy during this period.