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OverviewThis book examines the dynamics and impact of maritime trade in Lagos during the cycles of boom and slump in the first half of the twentieth century, the heyday of British colonial rule. By locating the social and economic history of the port-city in the regional, national and international contexts, it blends the interlocking themes of shipping, maritime trade, labour, entrepreneurship and colonial policy. Based on contemporary ofiicial, private, newspaper and oral accounts, the book traces the rise and fall of of the Liverpool of West Africa. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Ayodeji OlukojuPublisher: Africa Research & Publications Imprint: Africa Research & Publications Edition: illustrated edition Weight: 0.465kg ISBN: 9781592212927ISBN 10: 1592212921 Pages: 288 Publication Date: 01 March 2005 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: Available To Order ![]() We have confirmation that this item is in stock with the supplier. It will be ordered in for you and dispatched immediately. Table of ContentsReviewsAuthor InformationTab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |