Decolonization
Raymond F. Betts
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Decolonization
Published
2004
Publisher
Routledge
Pages
150
ISBN-13
9781280076411
Description
Raymond F. Betts considers the 'process' of decolonization and the outcomes which have left a legacy of problems, drawing on numerous examples including Ghana, India, Rwanda and Hong Kong. He examines:the effects of the two World Wars on the colonial empirethe expectations and problems created by independencethe major demographic shifts accompanying the end of the empirethe cultural experiences, literary movevments, and the search for ideology of the dying empire and the newly independent nations.With an annotated bibliography and a chronology of political decolonization, Decolonization gives a concise, original and multi-disciplinary introduction to this controversial theme and analyzes what the future holds beyond the empire.
Subjects
The Story of Philosophy
The Enduring Vision
La conquête du pain
A Study of History
History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire Complete and Unabridged
The Riddle of the Sands
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Decolonization?
This edition of Decolonization has approximately 150 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Decolonization?
For most readers, Decolonization typically takes between 3h 8m and 2h 5m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 37,500 words and common reading speeds.
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What is the word count of Decolonization?
The estimated word count for Decolonization is approximately 37,500 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
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Who is the author of Decolonization?
Decolonization was written by Raymond F. Betts.
When was Decolonization published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2004. The original work may have been published on a different date.