Colony Of Lagos (1902)

By William MacGregor

Book Overview

""Colony of Lagos"" is a historical book written by William MacGregor in 1902. The book is a detailed account of the British colonial rule in Lagos, Nigeria, during the late 19th century. The author, who was a British colonial administrator, provides a firsthand account of the political, economic, and social conditions of Lagos during this period. The book covers various aspects of the colonial rule, including the establishment of British authority, the administration of justice, the development of infrastructure, and the growth of commerce and trade. MacGregor also discusses the challenges faced by the colonial administration, such as the resistance of the local population to British rule and the outbreak of diseases like yellow fever.The book provides a valuable insight into the colonial history of Lagos and the wider context of British imperialism in Africa. It is a well-researched and informative book that is of interest to historians, scholars, and anyone interested in the history of colonialism in Africa. Overall, ""Colony of Lagos"" is a fascinating read that sheds light on an important period in the history of Nigeria and the wider African continent.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1120334977
• ISBN13: 9781120334978
• Release Date: October 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 308 Pages
• Weight: 1.17 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 7.5" x 9.3"