9781334035401 - Cecil Rhodes: A Biography and Appreciation (Classic Reprint) di Maquire, James Rochfort (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book chronicles the extraordinary life and world-shaping achievements of Cecil Rhodes, a diamond magnate and leading figure in South Africa's political landscape. The author traces Rhodes' humble beginnings as a diamond prospector to his rise as founder and chairman of the British South Africa Company, and ultimately Prime Minister of the Cape Colony. Rhodes' strategic brilliance and empire-building vision are brought to life, including the occupation of Rhodesia, the controversial Jameson Raid, and the pacification of Matabeleland. The author examines Rhodes' motivations and the profound impact of his expansionist policies on the development of southern Africa and the British Empire. Through Rhodes' remarkable story, the book explores larger themes of imperialism, resource extraction, and the complex dynamics of race and power that shaped the era of European colonialism. By providing a historical lens on a pivotal figure, this book offers a nuanced understanding of the enduring consequences of Cecil Rhodes' legacy on the region and its people. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.