Banished potentates

Dethroning and exiling indigenous monarchs under British and French colonial rule, 1815-1955

Autori

• Robert Aldrich

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328pagine

Tempo di lettura

12ore

• Libri di testo
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• Scienze politiche & Politica
• Scienze sociali

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Focusing on the period from 1815 to the 1950s, this book explores the systematic deposition and exile of indigenous monarchs in Asia and Africa by British and French colonial powers. It delves into the political and social implications of these actions, highlighting the impact on local governance and cultural identity. Through historical analysis, the work sheds light on the broader themes of colonialism, power dynamics, and the resistance of displaced leaders, offering a critical perspective on imperial practices and their legacies.

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Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2018

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