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`We are fortunate that the decolonization of Cyprus has been tackled in such perspective and comprehensive detail by a leading British Historian. Robert Holland's sophisticated reconstruction of the British role does not leave many stones unturned ... This lucid, professional but lively account of the decolonization of Cyprus will undoubtedly become essential reading for all those interested in the past and, indeed, the future of the troubled Mediterranean island. The meticulously documented interpretation of a detached end of empire specialist provides a reference point for the numberous published political treatises and personal accounts of those close to the Cyprus scene.' Modern Greek Studies Yearbook, Vol. 14/15, 1998/1999 `this book is a valuable contribution to the historical literature on contemporary Cypriot politics.' Birol Yesilada, MESA Bulletin 34, 2000 `Britain and the Revolt in Cyprus provides a rich account of the events that surrounded the revolt against British Colonial rule in Cyprus during 1954-60.' Birol Yesilada, MESA Bulletin 34, 2000 `Holland ... has produced what is likely to become the standard work on the closing stages of Cyprus s colonial status.' Nigel Clive, Intelligence and National Security, Vol.14, No.3, 1999.

perhaps the best single study in the historiography of decolonisation Perry Anderson, London Review of Books In less than four years Britain and the Revolt in Cyprus has become a classic ... Dr Robert F. Holland has produced something all historians desire, a popular and definitive masterpiece, which has already been translated into the Greek language. Melbourne Historical Journal Holland covers the complex relations of all the players, whether individuals, departments, or states, in a most thorough and enlightening fashion. Melbourne Historical Journal Ultimately, what makes Britain and the Revolt in Cyprus a 'must' read is the entertaining and engaging voice of the author and the fact that it has general appeal to all those who are interested in understanding British reactions to the anti-colonial movements of the 1950s. Melbourne Historical Journal [Holland] has produced what is likely to become the standard work on the closing stages of Cyprus's colonial status. Intelligence and National Security We are fortunate that the decolonization of Cyprus has been tackled in such perspective and comprehensive detail by a leading British Historian. Robert Holland's sophisticated reconstruction of the British role does not leave many stones unturned ... This lucid, professional but lively account of the decolonization of Cyprus will undoubtedly become essential reading for all those interested in the past and, indeed, the future of the troubled Mediterranean island. The meticulously documented interpretation of a detached end of empire specialist provides a reference point for the numberous published political treatises and personal accounts of those close to the Cyprus scene. Modern Greek Studies Yearbook 1998/1999

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