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The book explores the distinct agendas of Catholic and Protestant missionaries in Rwanda and Burundi, highlighting their competition rather than alignment with colonial state interests. It challenges traditional narratives about the region's history and the dynamics between missionary efforts and colonial governance, offering a nuanced understanding of the impact of these religious groups on local societies.
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Missionaries and the Colonial State, David Whitehouse
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- Released
- 2024
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- Title
- Missionaries and the Colonial State
- Subtitle
- Radicalism and Governance in Rwanda and Burundi, 1900-1972
- Language
- English
- Authors
- David Whitehouse
- Publisher
- Taylor & Francis
- Released
- 2024
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 250
- ISBN13
- 9780367704025
- Series
- Tags
- Non-Fiction, Social Sciences, Historical Themes, Maps & Travel, Religion & Spirituality, Political Science & Politics, Geography & Topography, Compatriot and Exile literature
- Description
- The book explores the distinct agendas of Catholic and Protestant missionaries in Rwanda and Burundi, highlighting their competition rather than alignment with colonial state interests. It challenges traditional narratives about the region's history and the dynamics between missionary efforts and colonial governance, offering a nuanced understanding of the impact of these religious groups on local societies.