Britain - Historical Biography - General & Miscellaneous, Great Britain - Political Biography, International Relations - General & Miscellaneous, 20th Century British History - Politics & Government, Imperialism, Nationalism & Sovereignty - General & Misc
Alan Lennox Boyd served as Colonial Secretary from 1954 to 1959—a decisive period in the history of British decolonization. A towering figure both in terms of his place within Conservative Party history and his influence on Imperial history, he represented a particular trend within the Party, flirting with fascism and holding the Empire in high regard. He gained a reputation as an impediment to consitutional reform in the colonies, yet during his period of office he played a key role in a number of major decisions, including the decolonization of Cyprus. Tracing the development of his highly idiosyncratic brand of right wing politics, this biography presents a portrait of a highly complex man and a challenging reinterpretation of British colonial policy at this time.
About the Author, Philip Murphy
Philip Murphy is a lecturer in modern British history at the University of Reading.
Alan Lennox-Boyd was Britain's Colonial Secretary from 1954-1959, representing a right-wing trend within the party and in colonial policymaking more generally. This biography asserts that while he considered British rule to be a benevolent force, he also played a key role in major moves toward independence, including the decolonization of Cyprus. Includes b&w photographs. Distributed by St. Martin's Press. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
