The book's primary strength is its shift away from a purely Western perspective to a "history from below".
By late 2012, the Dutch version alone had sold over 300,000 copies .
The era of Belgian Colonialism and the eventual sudden decolonization. Congo: een geschiedenis
The English version was translated by Sam Garrett and was highly praised by outlets like The Christian Science Monitor and NRC Handelsblad . Where to Buy
The long, kleptocratic reign of Mobutu Sese Seko. The book's primary strength is its shift away
The "Congo Free State" under Leopold II, marked by the brutal ivory and rubber trades.
You can find the paperback or hardcover edition at Barnes & Noble or Bookshop.org . Congo: een geschiedenis
The book is available in both Dutch and English formats at various retailers: