King Leopold's Ghost: A Story of Greed, Terror, and Heroism in Colonial Africa
An account of colonial exploitation, terror, and resistance in the Congo Free State under King Leopold II, based on historical sources.
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King Leopold's Ghost examines the brutal history of the Congo Free State under King Leopold II of Belgium.
The book explores the exploitation, terror, and eventual international outcry surrounding colonial rule in Central Africa.
Adam Hochschild draws on a range of historical sources to present this story of greed and heroism.
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