| Author |
Morel, E. D. (Edmund Dene), 1873-1924 |
| LoC No. |
12000650
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| Title |
Nigeria : Its peoples and its problems
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| Original Publication |
London: Smith, Elder & Co., 1912.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 53.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Peter Becker and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
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| Summary |
"Nigeria: Its Peoples and Its Problems" by E. D. Morel is a non-fiction work written in the early 20th century. This publication provides an in-depth examination of Nigeria's socio-political landscape during a period of transition under British colonial rule. Morel explores the complexities of Nigerian society, the challenges faced by colonial administrators, and the impact of both local and foreign influences on the lives of its inhabitants. The opening of the book features a preface and an introduction that set the stage for a detailed exploration of Nigeria's diverse communities and the intricate web of problems they face. Morel expresses gratitude towards various individuals and organizations that aided his research, emphasizing his goal to increase public interest in Nigeria's condition. He highlights his experiences during travels throughout the region, touching upon the political tensions between the native population and British authorities. The passage outlines Morel's intention to portray Nigeria's realities, emphasizing the importance of the native population while critiquing both colonial attitudes and local challenges, thereby framing the narrative within a broader context of imperial responsibility. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
DT: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Africa
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| Subject |
Ethnology -- Nigeria
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| Subject |
Nigeria -- Description and travel
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
71863 |
| Release Date |
Oct 13, 2023 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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