Author | Lecturer | Historian
Originally from Somerset in England, Dr Dean Allen is a Senior Academic at Bournemouth University in the UK and a Research Associate of Stellenbosch University in South Africa. Having lectured at universities in South Africa, the UK, Ireland and Australia, he has published widely on the history and politics of sport and society throughout the British Empire, most notably South Africa. Dean is a popular guest lecturer and speaker and has presented motivational talks and keynote papers around the world.
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— DR DEAN ALLEN PROMOTIONAL VIDEO —
Learn more about Dean and get a sense of what he does. Author, Lecturer, Historian – ‘The man who brings history to life’.
— Empire, War & Cricket in South Africa, by Dean Allen —
Shortlisted for the Non-Fiction Book of the Year Award, Dean’s first book, Empire, War & Cricket in South Africa, is a historical account of the significance of Matjiesfontein and its founder James Douglas Logan focusing on cricket, politics and commerce during the years 1888 – 1910. This true story of the involvement of Logan and Matjiesfontein in the Anglo-Boer War also features prominently in the book. Unique photographs and documents from the Logan family archives, many of which have never been published before, form an integral part of the book.
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— Dr Dean Allen Matjiesfontein Experience Special Offer —
Dean Allen has teamed up with Matjiesfontein Village to offer a unique historical experience when you next visit this ‘Jewel of the Karoo’ – one of South Africa’s most treasured National Heritage sites. How it works: Quote the code ‘DA EMPIRE’ when booking your stay to receive a complimentary room upgrade, a welcome drink as well as free entrance to all the attractions and much more!
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— Forthcoming Events —
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Fri01Jan2016Ritz Hotel, Sea Point, Cape Town
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Sun03Jan2016
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Tue05Jan2016
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Thu21Jan2016Bournemouth, UK
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Thu04Feb2016
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Wed24Feb2016Duns, Scotland
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Thu03Mar2016Durham, UK
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Fri04Mar2016Richmond, North Yorkshire, UK
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Tue08Mar2016Johannesburg (South Africa)
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Thu10Mar2016East London (South Africa)
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Fri11Mar2016Port Alfred (South Africa)
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Fri11Mar2016Grahamstown (South Africa)
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Mon14Mar2016Johannesburg (South Africa)
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Tue15Mar2016Cape Town (South Africa)
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Wed16Mar2016Fish Hoek Civic Centre, Cape Town (South Africa)
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Tue22Mar2016Johannesburg (South Africa)
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Thu24Mar2016Hermanus (South Africa)
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Tue29Mar2016Port Elizabeth (South Africa)
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Wed30Mar2016Wilderness, Garden Route (South Africa)
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Thu31Mar2016Knysna (South Africa)
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Mon04Apr2016Cape Town (South Africa)
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Tue05Apr2016Cape Town (South Africa)
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Wed06Jul2016Helderberg, Somerset West (South Africa)
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Thu07Jul2016Paarl (South Africa)
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Thu07Jul2016Hermanus (South Africa)
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Mon11Jul2016Noordhoek Cape Town (South Africa)
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Tue12Jul2016Port Shepstone, KZN (South Africa)
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Tue12Jul2016Pennington, KZN (South Africa)
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Wed13Jul2016Durban (South Africa)
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Mon18Jul2016Cape Town (South Africa)
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Tue19Jul2016Cape Town (South Africa)
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Wed20Jul2016Bedfordview, Johannesburg (South Africa)
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Thu21Jul2016Harare, Zimbabwe
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Fri22Jul2016Harare, Zimbabwe
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Sat23Jul2016Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
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Wed27Jul2016Benoni, Johannesburg (South Africa)
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Thu28Jul2016Benoni, Johannesburg (South Africa)
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Fri29Jul2016Pretoria (South Africa)
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Thu04Aug2016Paarl (South Africa)
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Thu06Oct2016London, UK
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Mon10Oct2016Glasgow, UK
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Tue11Oct2016Edinburgh, UK
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Tue25Oct2016Bath, UK
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Tue08Nov2016Leeds, UK
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Wed09Nov2016East Riding, UK
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Thu10Nov2016Barnsley, UK
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Sun04Dec2016Paris, France
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— Motivational Speaking —
A specialist in South African affairs, Dean is a popular motivational speaker and MC, known for his educational and entertaining style.