Review of British Documents on the End of Empire. Series B, Volume 10: Fiji, edited by Brij V Lal (original) (raw)

This volume presents a comprehensive review of British official documents related to Fiji's transition to independence from 1955 to 1970, edited by Brij V Lal. It highlights the complexities of decolonization, emphasizing the political dynamics between the British colonial administration in London and local Fijian leaders, particularly the indigenous chieftaincy. The documents reveal the ethnic tensions and the influence of these chief elites on colonial policies, presenting a nuanced perspective that challenges the idea that better British management could have mitigated Fiji's political challenges.