King Leopold's Ghost
A Story of Greed, Terror, and Heroism in Colonial Africa
by:
Adam Hochschild
in:
African History
Summary:
The book delves into the brutal exploitation and atrocities committed in the Congo Free State under the rule of King Leopold II of Belgium in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. It also highlights the efforts of individuals who exposed these human rights abuses and fought against the colonial regime's oppressive practices.
Key points:
1. Colonial Abuse: The book details King Leopold II of Belgium's brutal exploitation of the Congo Free State in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, resulting in millions of deaths.
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