This is a seminal collection that over the years will provide both inspiration and guidance to those striving to understand the 'how' and 'why' of imperialism and imperial historiography. Itinerario: European Journal of Overseas History The popularity of Atlantic history is proven by a stream of publications in recent years, but few have attained the quality of this excellent collection. Journal of American History The contributors and editors have done us a great service by bringing together in one volume some of the more creative and novel approaches to Atlantic history. Journal of World History A fine collection. -- Christopher Hodson Journal of Colonialism and Colonial History Beautifully set up... and provides tantalizing insights. -- Marie Donaghay International Journal of Maritime History A valuable contribution to transatlantic studies. Sixteenth Century Journal This book - written for the most part by Greene's former students - is both a tribute to and recognition of Greene's ambiguous legacy. -- Owen Stanwood Americas A collection of superb essays. -- Peter A. Coclanis New West Indian Guide This volume offers what readers have come to expect from publishing houses such as Johns Hopkins University Press, namely solid and reliable scholarship... a valuable contribution. -- Klaus H. Schmidt Amerikastudien / American Studies