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    Aug 20, 2020 4 minutes

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    Examining our colonial past

    I’ve been inspired by some recent events within this country. As a mixed-race man I’m truly grateful for Monty’s article that started “History is written by the victors,” (The Full Monty, August issue). Monty (and Gardeners’ World Magazine) I salute your bravery and may others follow your lead!

    Joe Irons, by email

    Bravo! Thank you for highlighting our colonial past and how our sense of (white) entitlement has justified our exploitation of both people and nature. May we never again commandeer nature’s largesse without examining the short-and long-term impact on indigenous communities and the environment. You have my

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