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“To think of these stars that you see overhead at night, these vast worlds which we can never reach. I would annex the planets if I could; I often think of that. It makes me sad to see them so clear and yet so far.”

Book:The last will and testament of Cecil John Rhodes: with elucidatory notes to which are added some chapters describing the political and religious ideas of the testator

Work

The last will and testament of Cecil John Rhodes: with elucidatory notes to which are added some chapters describing the political and religious ideas of the testator

This volume contains the complete last will and testament of Cecil John Rhodes, the prominent British imperialist, businessman, and founder of Rhodesia. The document includes elucidatory notes that provide context and explanation for the testament's provisions. Additionally, the work features several chapters that explore Rhodes's political ideology and religious beliefs, offering insight into the mindset of the man whose fortune and vision shaped much of southern Africa's colonial history. The testament itself reveals Rhodes's intentions regarding his estate, including provisions for scholarships and the continuation of his imperial enterprises. more

Author

Cecil Rhodes

Cecil Rhodes was a British businessman, explorer, and colonizer born on July 5, 1853, and died on March 26, 1902. He is known for his diamond and gold mining operations in South Africa and was one of the wealthiest people in the world at the time. Rhodes played a significant role in the colonial expansion in Africa. more

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