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The Colonialist: The Vision of Cecil Rhodes.

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Názov: The Colonialist: The Vision of Cecil Rhodes.
Autori: Linstrum, Erik
Zdroj: History Today; Aug2025, Vol. 75 Issue 8, p94-98, 5p
Predmety: BUSINESS & politics, AFRICANS, GREAT men & women, SYMBOLISM in politics, APARTHEID, FORTUNE
Abstrakt: The article focuses on the biography "The Colonialist: The Vision of Cecil Rhodes" by William Kelleher Storey, which examines the complex legacy of Cecil Rhodes, a controversial figure known for his imperial ambitions and racial discrimination in southern Africa. Rhodes is portrayed as a polarizing character, admired by some for his achievements while criticized for his egotism and the oppressive systems he established, which contributed to apartheid. The biography highlights the moral ambiguities of Rhodes' success, emphasizing that his rise was not solely due to personal merit but also to luck and the collective efforts of various stakeholders in the British imperial project. The author suggests that a deeper exploration of the broader ideological and institutional contexts surrounding Rhodes' actions could provide more insight into his enduring legacy. [Extracted from the article]
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Abstrakt:The article focuses on the biography "The Colonialist: The Vision of Cecil Rhodes" by William Kelleher Storey, which examines the complex legacy of Cecil Rhodes, a controversial figure known for his imperial ambitions and racial discrimination in southern Africa. Rhodes is portrayed as a polarizing character, admired by some for his achievements while criticized for his egotism and the oppressive systems he established, which contributed to apartheid. The biography highlights the moral ambiguities of Rhodes' success, emphasizing that his rise was not solely due to personal merit but also to luck and the collective efforts of various stakeholders in the British imperial project. The author suggests that a deeper exploration of the broader ideological and institutional contexts surrounding Rhodes' actions could provide more insight into his enduring legacy. [Extracted from the article]
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