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Imperial Reckoning: The Untold Story Of Britain'S Gulag In Kenya,Used
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A Major Work Of History That For The First Time Reveals The Violence And Terror At The Heart Of Britain'S Civilizing Mission In Kenyaas Part Of The Allied Forces, Thousands Of Kenyans Fought Alongside The British In World War Ii. But Just A Few Years After The Defeat Of Hitler, The British Colonial Government Detained Nearly The Entire Population Of Kenya'S Largest Ethnic Minority, The Kikuyusome One And A Half Million People.The Compelling Story Of The System Of Prisons And Work Camps Where Thousands Met Their Deaths Has Remained Largely Untoldthe Victim Of A Determined Effort By The British To Destroy All Official Records Of Their Attempts To Stop The Mau Mau Uprising, The Kikuyu People'S Ultimately Successful Bid For Kenyan Independence.Caroline Elkins, An Assistant Professor Of History At Harvard University, Spent A Decade In London, Nairobi, And The Kenyan Countryside Interviewing Hundreds Of Kikuyu Men And Women Who Survived The British Camps, As Well As The British And African Loyalists Who Detained Them.The Result Is An Unforgettable Account Of The Unraveling Of The British Colonial Empire In Kenyaa Pivotal Moment In Twentieth Century History With Chilling Parallels To America'S Own Imperial Project.Imperial Reckoning Is The Winner Of The 2006 Pulitzer Prize For Nonfiction.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Imperial Reckoning'? A: 'Imperial Reckoning' explores the violence and terror associated with Britain's colonial rule in Kenya, particularly during the Mau Mau uprising and the subsequent detention of the Kikuyu people.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Imperial Reckoning'? A: The author of 'Imperial Reckoning' is Caroline Elkins, an assistant professor of history at Harvard University.
- Q: How many pages are in 'Imperial Reckoning'? A: 'Imperial Reckoning' contains 496 pages, providing an in-depth examination of its historical subject matter.
- Q: When was 'Imperial Reckoning' published? A: 'Imperial Reckoning' was published on December 27, 2005.
- Q: What is the format of 'Imperial Reckoning'? A: 'Imperial Reckoning' is available in paperback format, making it accessible for readers who prefer physical books.
- Q: Is 'Imperial Reckoning' a fiction or nonfiction book? A: 'Imperial Reckoning' is a nonfiction book that won the Pulitzer Prize, highlighting real historical events and accounts.
- Q: What kind of research did Caroline Elkins conduct for this book? A: Caroline Elkins conducted extensive research over a decade, interviewing Kikuyu survivors and examining historical records to uncover the truth about Britain's actions in Kenya.
- Q: What historical events does 'Imperial Reckoning' discuss? A: 'Imperial Reckoning' discusses the Mau Mau uprising, British colonial detention camps, and the broader context of British imperialism in Kenya.
- Q: What is the significance of the Kikuyu people in 'Imperial Reckoning'? A: The Kikuyu people are central to 'Imperial Reckoning' as the book reveals their experiences and struggles during British colonial rule and the Mau Mau uprising.
- Q: Is 'Imperial Reckoning' suitable for academic study? A: 'Imperial Reckoning' is suitable for academic study as it is a well-researched historical account, making it valuable for students and scholars interested in colonial history.