My Colonial Service V2: In British Guiana, St. Lucia, Trinidad, Fiji, Australia, Newfoundland, And Hong Kong With Interludes (1903)

My Colonial Service V2 is a memoir written by George William Des Voeux, detailing his experiences as a colonial administrator in various British colonies during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The book is divided into several chapters, each dedicated to a different colony that Des Voeux was stationed in. These include British Guiana, St. Lucia, Trinidad, Fiji, Australia, Newfoundland, and Hong Kong.Through his writing, Des Voeux provides a vivid and detailed account of colonial life, including the challenges and rewards of working in a foreign land, the cultural differences he encountered, and the various political and social issues that he faced during his time in each colony. He also includes anecdotes and personal reflections, giving readers a glimpse into his own thoughts and experiences.In addition to the chapters dedicated to his time in each colony, the book also includes ""interludes"" in which Des Voeux reflects on broader themes related to colonialism, such as the impact of European imperialism on indigenous populations and the role of the British Empire in shaping the modern world.Overall, My Colonial Service V2 offers a fascinating and insightful glimpse into the world of colonial administration during a pivotal period in world history.In Two Volumes.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.

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