‘A Considerable Effect’: Winston Churchill and Wilfrid S. Blunt’s Legacy
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Dados Bibliográficos
| AUTOR(ES) | |
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| ANO | 2019 |
| TIPO | Book |
| PERIÓDICO | Britain in the Islamic World |
| EDITORA | Springer International Publishing |
| DOI | 10.1007/978-3-030-24509-2_6 |
| ADICIONADO EM | 2025-08-29 |
Resumo
This chapter examines Winston Churchill's complex relationship with the legacy of Wilfrid Scawen Blunt, a controversial figure known for his anti-imperialist views and his admiration for Islamic culture. It explores how Churchill, despite his own imperialist leanings, was influenced by Blunt's writings and experiences in the Middle East, particularly regarding the importance of understanding and engaging with the region's cultural and political landscape. The chapter argues that while Churchill ultimately diverged from Blunt's anti-imperialist stance, he nevertheless absorbed valuable lessons from Blunt's work, which shaped his approach to British policy in the Islamic world.