Books by David (King's College McLean

It was common practice in the 19th century for European colonial powers to exercise hegemony over large areas of the world by securing the election of governments that would favour their interests. Latin America was one such area, and McLean's study examines this major aspect of colonial history.

Provides an account of the battle against cholera. This work is based on documents in the naval towns of south-west England. The author's account exposes the struggles between local and national government, and the conflict between policies of laissez-faire and state intervention.