Description: This book offers a compelling account of the history and exploration of the Congo River basin, a region long shrouded in mystery and misunderstanding. The author, a seasoned explorer, meticulously traces the evolution of European knowledge of the Congo from its initial discovery by Portuguese explorers in the 15th century through the ill-fated British expedition of 1816 and Dr. Livingstone's landmark explorations in the late 19th century. Throughout, the author highlights the impact of the slave trade and European colonization on the region, unveiling the complexities of navigating a complex landscape marked by both rich natural resources and deeply rooted power struggles. The author underscores the crucial role of European powers, specifically Britain and Portugal, in shaping the fate of the Congo, highlighting the competing interests and political maneuvering that defined the era. This book provides a fascinating window into the history of European exploration and its impact on Africa, shedding light on the motivations and methods of those who sought to chart and control the Congo River basin. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books.This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. This text has been digitally restored from a historical edition. Some aesthetic errors may persist, however it has been deemed that any such will not detract from the work's significant historical value. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase.
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Original Language: English
Country/Region of Manufacture: America
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Book Title: Congo and the Founding of Its Free State, Vol. 1 Of 2 : A Story of Work and Exploration (Classic Reprint)
Number of Pages: 630 Pages
Language: English
Publisher: Forgotten Books
Publication Year: 2015
Topic: Africa / General
Item Height: 1.3 in
Illustrator: Yes
Genre: History
Item Weight: 29.4 Oz
Item Length: 9 in
Author: Henry M. Stanley
Item Width: 6 in
Format: Trade Paperback
