Sandra Evers

Vinesh Y. Hookoomsing

Globalisation and the South-west Indian Ocean

Marry Kooy

This book represents the first joint effort to document the historical background of the eviction (late 1960s, early 1970s) of the Chagosssians from the Chagos archipelago when the main island became an US-military base. It documents their eviction, resettlement, livelihoods, legal struggles and future aspirations.

Displacement and Struggle for Identity Against Two World Powers

Eviction from the Chagos Islands

This book is a fascinating and penetrating study of ex-slaves who constructed a frontier society in the extreme Southern Highlands of Madagascar. Their survival under harsh conditions depended upon the creation of a new group of “slaves”.

The Betsileo in the Extreme Southern Highlands of Madagascar

Constructing History, Culture and Inequality

Michael Lambek

Gwyn Campbell

Land is the nexus of Malagasy livelihood and socio-cultural relations. Simultaneously, the Malagasy government and international stakeholders value land for its biodiversity, minerals and agricultural potential. This book provides vital background to the contest for land in Madagascar.

Environment, Ancestors and Development

Contest for Land in Madagascar

Sandra Evers

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