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The compelling story of the system of prisons and work camps where thousands met their deaths has remained largely untold - the 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 Kenya - a 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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Get ready to uncover the shocking truth about Britain's dark past with Imperial Reckoning: The Untold Story of Britain's Gulag in Kenya. This groundbreaking piece of history brings to light the violence and terror that lay at the heart of Britain's so-called civilizing mission in Kenya.
Discover the untold stories of the brave Kenyans who fought alongside the British in World War II, only to face imprisonment and oppression just a few years later. The British colonial government detained over one and a half million people from Kenya's largest ethnic minority, the Kikuyu, in a system of prisons and work camps.
Caroline Elkins, an esteemed historian from Harvard University, dedicated a decade of research and interviews to unraveling the disturbing truth behind this dark chapter of history. Imperial Reckoning is a testament to her tireless efforts, providing an unforgettable account of the atrocities committed and the ultimate bid for Kenyan independence.
Imperial Reckoning exposes the deliberate attempt by the British to destroy all official records of their brutal tactics, reminiscent of the cover-ups we see today. As you delve into this riveting narrative, you'll find chilling parallels to America's own imperial ambitions.
Don't miss out on Pulitzer Prize-winning nonfiction that challenges the status quo and sheds light on the untold stories of oppression and resistance. Embark on a journey through history and gain a deeper understanding of the consequences of unchecked power and colonization. Order your copy of Imperial Reckoning now and join the thousands of readers who are captivated by this powerful narrative.
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