Africa as a Living Laboratory: Empire, Development, and the Problem of Scientific Knowledge, 1870-1950
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Book Synopsis: Tropical Africa was one of the last regions of the world to experience formal European colonialism, a process that coincided with the advent of a range of new scientific specialties and research methods. Africa as a Living Laboratory is a far-reaching study of the thorny relationship between imperialism and the role of scientific expertise—environmental, medical, racial, and anthropological—in the colonization of British Africa.A key source for Helen Tilley's analysis is the African Research Survey, a project undertaken in the 1930s to explore how modern science was being applied to African problems. This project both embraced and recommended an interdisciplinary approach to research on Africa that, Tilley argues, underscored the heterogeneity of African environments and the interrelations among the problems being studied. While the aim of British colonialists was unquestionably to transform and modernize Africa, their efforts, Tilley contends, were often unexpectedly subverted by scientific concerns with the local and vernacular. Meticulously researched and gracefully argued, Africa as a Living Laboratory transforms our understanding of imperial history, colonial development, and the role science played in both.
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Looking to dive into the fascinating history of Africa? Look no further than "Africa as a Living Laboratory: Empire, Development, and the Problem of Scientific Knowledge, 1870-1950." This meticulously researched book takes you on a journey through the thorny relationship between imperialism and scientific expertise in British Africa.
One of the key sources for Helen Tilley’s analysis is the African Research Survey, a groundbreaking project that explored how modern science was applied to African problems. By embracing an interdisciplinary approach, this survey uncovered the rich heterogeneity of African environments and the intricate interrelations among the problems being studied. It's a comprehensive look at the complexities of scientific knowledge in the midst of colonialism.
What sets "Africa as a Living Laboratory" apart is its focus on the unexpected subversion of British colonial efforts by scientific concerns. While the aim was to transform and modernize Africa, the book reveals how scientific considerations often emphasized the local and vernacular. This adds a compelling twist to the narrative, showcasing the complexities of colonial development.
Are you ready to expand your understanding of imperialism, colonial development, and the role of science in shaping history? "Africa as a Living Laboratory" is the perfect companion for anyone seeking a deep dive into this captivating subject. Get your copy today and open your eyes to a whole new perspective on Africa's past.
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