There are quite a few questions, but they are related and many are very short answer.
We are talking about imperialism. It is fascinating. We are seeing the ideas in living color in Europe right now. Please read as much as you can. I am spending quite a bit of time in "Imperialism: A History in Documents."
If you can read The Victorian Internet and Dreams of Iron and Steel, please do! We won't be able to discuss all the amazing things, but they are helpful, interesting reads.
Enjoy!!
google doc link
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1JhD ... ue&sd=true