Case studies of twelve toppled statues provide diverse examples for historical analysis
Explores the reasons behind statue removal and its implications for society
Offers insights into the symbolism and contested narratives of historical figures
Written by award-winning historian Alex von Tunzelmann for academic and public engagement
Engaging narrative style makes complex historical topics accessible
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In 2020, statues across the world were pulled down in an extraordinary wave of global iconoclasm. From the United States and the United Kingdom to Canada, South Africa, the Caribbean, India, Bangladesh, and New Zealand, Black Lives Matter protests defaced and hauled down statues of slaveholders, Confederates, and imperialists. Edward Cols