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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the complex and often brutal history of the Congo Free State, a territory ruled by King Leopold II of Belgium in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The author investigates the devastating consequences of Leopold's reign, exposing the systematic exploitation and abuse of the Congolese people through forced labor and the brutal extraction of resources. The book examines the international response to these atrocities, focusing on the efforts of the Congo Reform Association and the role of prominent figures such as Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, who used their voices to bring attention to the injustices taking place. The author further explores the transition of the Congo Free State to Belgian rule in 1908, analyzing the reforms implemented by the Belgian government and the extent to which they addressed the legacy of Leopold's regime. By tracing the history of the Congo through the lens of colonialism, exploitation, and the fight for human rights, the book provides a stark and poignant account of a critical period in African history. The book ultimately highlights the enduring struggle for justice and the complex challenges faced by colonized people in asserting their rights and achieving true liberation. 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 9781332180912_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781332180912
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