The Routledge Companion to Decolonization

This companion is essential to the process of decolonization, which is considered one of the most significant historical processes of the twentieth century. It examines decolonization in Africa, Asia, the Caribbean, and the Pacific and includes thematic chapters, a detailed chronology, a thorough glossary, biographies of key figures, and maps. This comprehensive guide covers a broad and complex subject area, exploring the global context for decolonization, nationalism and the rise of resistance movements, resistance by white settlers and moves towards independence, the decolonization of Hong Kong and Macau in the late twentieth century, debates surrounding neo-colonialism, and the rise of ‘development’ projects and aid, as well as the legacy of colonialism in law, education, administration, and the military. With suggestions for further reading and a guide to sources, this is an invaluable resource for students and scholars of the colonial and post-colonial eras, and it is an indispensable guide to the reshaping of the world in the twentieth century.

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