Britain at Bay

** "Britain at Bay" by Spenser Wilkinson is a story set in the opening years of the 20th century that looks closely at Britain's situation as it faces a rising Germany. It tells of a time when Britain was starting to see the need to get ready for a big war, and it does this by looking at what makes Britain a nation and the kind of government it has. The book starts by pointing out how even top leaders started to understand that Britain wasn't ready for a fight, especially with Germany building up its navy. It criticizes how political parties were causing problems, making it harder for the country to come together and get ready for what might come. It sets the stage for a discussion about what Britain needs to do to protect itself. **