Becker's book is a comprehensive study of the Witwatersrand gold fields and the Uitlander rebellion in South Africa at the turn of the 20th century. He analyzes the impact of the gold rush on the region's economy, as well as the political and social tensions that ultimately led to rebellion. A fascinating read for anyone interested in the history of colonialism and resource extraction. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally...
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