Palgrave Series in Indian Ocean World Studies

Jennings, Eric T.

This book is a vivid history of Madagascar from the pre-colonial era to decolonization, examining a set of French colonial projects and perceptions that revolve around issues of power, vulnerability, health, conflict, control and identity. It focuses on three lines of inquiry: the relationship between domination and health fears, the island’s role during the two world wars, and the mystery of Malagasy origins. The Madagascar that emerges is plural and fractured. It is the site of colonial dystopias, grand schemes gone awry, and diverse indigenous reactions. Bringing together deep archival research and recent scholarship, Jennings sheds light on the colonial project in Madagascar, and more broadly, on the ideas which underpin colonialism.

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Published by: Palgrave Macmillan

Publication Date: 2018-08-11

Format: Paperback

ISBN-13: 9781349955633

DOI: 10.1057/978-1-137-55967-8

Dimensions: 210cm x148cm

Pages: 258