Books by Colin (University of Glamorgan Baker

This study traces Sir Robert Armitage's successful career in Kenya through to his fateful governorships in Cyprus and Nyasaland. The author concludes that Armitage, despite his troubles, should be remembered for his administration that laid the foundations for Malawi's swift move to independence.

Covering a vital period in the history of Central Africa, this work examines the growth of nationalist violence in Nyasaland, the declaration of the State of Emergency and the repercussions of the Devlin Commission at home and abroad.

A biography of Sir Geoffrey Colby "development governor" in Nyasaland (now Malawi) in the period leading up to decolonization and the end of empire. The text shows Colby as an efficient, humane official who handled the problems associated with the decolonization process with sensitivity and vigour.

Land rights and land reform were central elements of colonial history. This book looks at their significance for British colonial policy in Nyasaland (modern Malawi), and how the British government tried to prevent discontent among Africans living or working on European-owned private estates.