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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book shines a critical light on the colonial exploitation of the Congo by a European King whose ambition to amass wealth led to the oppression of the indigenous people. It exposes the broken promises and self-serving actions of the monarch who, despite presenting a facade of humanitarianism, ruthlessly extracted resources from the Congo, leaving behind a legacy of suffering and debt. The author meticulously documents the financial mismanagement and corruption that plagued the colony, and the devastating consequences it had on the lives of the Congolese people. Through a comprehensive analysis of historical documents and first-hand accounts, this book offers a searing indictment of the greed and exploitation that characterized this dark chapter in African history. It serves as a cautionary tale about the dangers of unchecked power and the importance of holding those in authority accountable for their actions. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9780282931131_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9780282931131
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9780282931131
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