1. Spenser's 75th
Mercantilism, the theory and system of political economy prevailing in Europe after the decline of feudalism, based on national policies of accumulating bullion, establishing colonies and a merchant marine, and developing industry and mining to attain a favorable balance of trade, as defined by The American Heritage ® Dictionary of the English Language, was supposed to be a way for Britain to make itself more powerful and prevalent, but instead benefited the colonies more than it did the Royal Crown. ...
Rudyard Kipling's works are greatly known for their sociological references, use of language, and influences from India. ... One theory of Kipling's, that unless England supports its colonies then they will fall, is heavily expressed in this verse (Middle 1). ... Kipling's works the use of the language of everyday men speaking to men has annoyed many of his critics (Sandison 203). ...