Loot: Britain and the Benin Bronzes (Revised and Updated Edition)

by Barnaby Phillips

Book Overview

A tragic story of the British empire run amok and the plunder of great works of art

A Prospect Best Book of 2021

'A fascinating and timely book.' William Boyd

'Gripping...a must read.' FT

'Compelling...humane, reasonable, and ultimately optimistic.' Evening Standard

'[A] valuable guide to a complex narrative.' The Times

In 1897, Britain...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0861543130
• ISBN13: 9780861543137
• Release Date: June 2022
• Publisher: Oneworld Publications
• Length: 416 Pages
• Weight: 0.75 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.3" x 5.0" x 7.7"