Publisher's Synopsis
The True Story of the French Dispute in Madagascar (1885) is a historical account written by Samuel Pasfield Oliver. The book provides an in-depth analysis of the conflict between France and Madagascar that took place in the late 19th century. Oliver provides a detailed background of the dispute, starting with the arrival of French missionaries and traders in Madagascar in the early 1800s. He then describes the political and economic factors that led to the French colonization of the island in 1885, including the desire for a naval base in the Indian Ocean and the need to protect French interests in the region.The book also explores the resistance put up by the Malagasy people against French rule, including the various uprisings and rebellions that took place. Oliver provides a balanced perspective on the conflict, highlighting the grievances of both sides and the complexities of the situation.Throughout the book, Oliver draws on a range of primary sources, including official documents, letters, and eyewitness accounts. He also provides maps and illustrations to help readers better understand the geography and context of the conflict.Overall, The True Story of the French Dispute in Madagascar (1885) is a comprehensive and informative account of a significant moment in the history of Madagascar and French colonialism.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.
