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The Travels of Robert Lyall, 17891831

Scottish Surgeon, Naturalist and British Agent to the Court of Madagascar

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Robert Lyall's life is a fascinating journey marked by his roles as a surgeon, botanist, and British Agent in Madagascar. Growing up in politically charged Scotland, he studied medicine across Europe and became a vocal advocate for political reform. His appointment in Madagascar in 1827, however, led to conflicts with the local crown and queen Ranavalona I, culminating in accusations of sorcery and his eventual exile to Mauritius, where he tragically died of malaria in 1831. The book delves into themes of colonialism, personal ambition, and the clash of cultures.

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The Travels of Robert Lyall, 17891831, Gwyn Campbell

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Tytuł
The Travels of Robert Lyall, 17891831
Podtytuł
Scottish Surgeon, Naturalist and British Agent to the Court of Madagascar
Język
angielski
Rok wydania
2022
Oprawa
miękka
Liczba stron
436
ISBN13
9783030516505
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Opis
Robert Lyall's life is a fascinating journey marked by his roles as a surgeon, botanist, and British Agent in Madagascar. Growing up in politically charged Scotland, he studied medicine across Europe and became a vocal advocate for political reform. His appointment in Madagascar in 1827, however, led to conflicts with the local crown and queen Ranavalona I, culminating in accusations of sorcery and his eventual exile to Mauritius, where he tragically died of malaria in 1831. The book delves into themes of colonialism, personal ambition, and the clash of cultures.