The Truth About the Congo


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(4.5 stars; 1 reviews)

After traveling extensively through Mexico and other countries, Starr spent a year in Congo during the peak of European colonization. He candidly shares his experiences and observations, exploring the culture, customs, and struggles of the natives. Through experience and inquisitive explorations, he pinpoints personal encounters and narratives, addressing issues such as cruelty and the complexities of colonial Africa. Please note that the “n-word” is present in several sections. - Summary by Mario Pineda (3 hr 47 min)

Kapitel

Preface. I, part 1 14:52 Gelesen von mpinedag
I, part 2 14:07 Gelesen von mpinedag
II 16:55 Gelesen von mpinedag
III 14:42 Gelesen von mpinedag
IV 11:16 Gelesen von mpinedag
V 12:42 Gelesen von mpinedag
VI 12:44 Gelesen von mpinedag
VII 11:47 Gelesen von mpinedag
VIII, part 1 12:47 Gelesen von mpinedag
VIII, part 2 11:51 Gelesen von mpinedag
IX 10:12 Gelesen von mpinedag
X 9:34 Gelesen von mpinedag
XI 13:47 Gelesen von mpinedag
XII 14:30 Gelesen von mpinedag
XIII 11:18 Gelesen von mpinedag
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Ruthless Propagandist for King Leopold's Congo


(4.5 stars)

Nicely read but this book seeks to whitewash the atrocities of the Belgian Empire - that's the lens this author sees through,justifying flogging & torture through whataboutery. Justifies iron collars & chains for govt slaves by saying some native women wear heavy brass rings! Nothing is ever "a hardship" for native people. Author has come to Congo to capture Baka people to be exhibited in a human zoo- popular in Belgium & he's fine with that, not a hardship, right? This is important contemporary history, packed with fascinating details.