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King Leopold's Ghost

King Leopold's Ghost

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In the 1880s, as European powers carved up Africa, King Leopold II of Belgium seized the Congo. He looted its rubber, brutalized its people, and reduced its population by ten million, all while cultivating a reputation as a humanitarian. Efforts to expose these crimes eventually sparked a human rights movement involving figures like Mark Twain and the Archbishop of Canterbury. The book details the story of those who fought against Leopold, including missionaries, travelers, and idealists, and features characters such as Edmund Morel, Roger Casement, George Washington Williams, William Sheppard, and Joseph Conrad. It is a compelling account of greed, cruelty, and courageous resistance.

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ISBN13: 9780395759240
ISBN10: 0395759242
Language: English
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin
Publication Year: 1998
Format: Hardcover

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    Exposing colonial atrocity through courageous resistance stories.

  • Who is this book for?

    King Leopold's Ghost is a gripping and eye-opening account of a dark chapter in history. It's a compelling story of how a few brave souls dared to challenge cruelty and demand justice, making it a powerful read for anyone interested in human rights, history, or stories of moral courage.

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