Imperial Factor in South Africa - A Study in Politics and Economics

Originally published in 1937 and written by de Kiewiet who in his lifetime was recognized as one of the premier historians of British imperial policy and African history, this book covers the years 1871-1885 in South Africa's history, discussing racial, social and economic issues.

List of contents

1. Introduction 2. A House Divided 3. Quasi Crown Colonies 4. A Bundle of Sticks 5. The Annexation of the Transvaal 6. Sir Barle Frere 7. The Economics of War 8. Politicians in Uniform 9. Land and Landlessness 10. The Zulu War 11. Midlothian and Mjuba 12. The Imperial Factor.

About the author

Cornelis W. de Kiewiet was President of Cornell and Rochester Universities, USA.

Summary

Originally published in 1937 and written by de Kiewiet who in his lifetime was recognized as one of the premier historians of British imperial policy and African history, this book covers the years 1871-1885 in South Africa’s history, discussing racial, social and economic issues.

Product details

• Authors: Cornelis W. de Kiewiet
• Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd.
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 25.07.2024
• EAN: 9781032308197
• ISBN: 978-1-0-3230819-7
• No. of pages: 342
• Series: Routledge Library Editions: South Africa
• Subjects: Non-fiction book > History > Miscellaneous; Social sciences, law, business > Sociology; Modern history to 20th century: c 1700 to c 1900, HISTORY / General, POLITICAL SCIENCE / World / African, HISTORY / Africa / South / Republic of South Africa, c 1800 to c 1900, 19th century, c 1800 to c 1899, Colonialism & imperialism, Republic of South Africa, Colonialism and imperialism, African History, SOCIAL SCIENCE / Race & Ethnic Relations