The German Colonial Administration and the Traditional Political Powers Duala and Bamoun. Analysis of the Political History of Cameroon

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The book explores the complex interactions between the German colonial administration and the traditional political powers of Bamoun and Douala from 1884 to 1916. It highlights the significant restructuring of their political, economic, and socio-cultural organizations due to colonial influence. The analysis emphasizes the mutual impact of this relationship, detailing how German officials adapted to local realities while examining the traditional leaders' roles in the colonial context. Employing historical and comparative methodologies, the work seeks to illuminate the dynamics of colonial domination and the evolution of these societies.