Cracks in the Dome

Fractured Histories of Empire in the Zanzibar Museum, 1897-1964

Autori

• Sarah Longair

Parametri

• 338 pagine
• 12 ore di lettura

• Mappe e viaggi
• Scienze politiche & Politica
• Scienze sociali
• Storia
• Storia del mondo

Maggiori informazioni sul libro

Focusing on the Peace Memorial Museum, this book uncovers the overlooked history of its construction and collections during Zanzibar's British Protectorate era. It presents vivid narratives that reveal the complexities and contradictions inherent in establishing a colonial museum. Through the exploration of personal stories, artifacts, and exhibits, the book sheds light on the tensions surrounding the colonial mission in eastern Africa, offering a deeper understanding of the region's historical context.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2015

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