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Volume II of Herman Merivale's *Lectures on Colonization and Colonies*, originally delivered at Oxford University between 1839 and 1841 and first published in 1841, continues his comprehensive examination of the political economy of colonization. Covering lectures 12 through 22, this volume delves into the practical application of colonization principles, analyzing historical examples and contemporary case studies. Merivale critiques existing colonization schemes, notably the Wakefield system, offering alternative approaches to land distribution, labor management, and governance. He explores the complex relationship between colonies and the mother country, considering the economic benefits and burdens of empire, including emigration, trade, and defense. The lectures also address the social and political dimensions of colonization, examining the impact on indigenous populations and the challenges of establishing stable and prosperous colonial societies. This volume provides valuable insights into nineteenth-century perspectives on colonization and its role in global economic and political development.

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