Colonialism and Development: Britain and its Tropical Colonies, 1850-1960

by Michael Havinden (Editor), David Meredith

British colonial rule of the tropics is the critical background to contemporary development issues. This study of Britain's economic and political relationship with its tropical colonies provides detailed analyses of trade and policy. The considerations of past successes and failures elucidate current opportunities and developments. No other book covers this broad topic with such detail and clarity.

Genres: History, Africa

436 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1993