The Belgian Congo And The Berlin Act (1919) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781164187530)

The Belgian Congo And The Berlin Act (1919) is a historical book written by Arthur Berriedale Keith. The book provides a detailed account of the Belgian Congo, which was a colony of Belgium in Central Africa from 1908 to 1960. The author delves into the history of the Congo, discussing the colonization and exploitation of the country by the Belgians.The book also examines the Berlin Act of 1885, which was a treaty signed by European powers that regulated the colonization and trade in Africa. The author analyzes the impact of the Berlin Act on the Congo and its people, highlighting the atrocities committed by the Belgians during their rule.The book is an important historical document that sheds light on the dark history of the Belgian Congo and the role of European powers in the colonization of Africa. It provides a comprehensive overview of the political, economic, and social conditions in the Congo during the colonial period and offers insights into the legacy of colonialism in Africa.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Arthur Berriedale Keith
ISBN-10: 1164187538
ISBN-13: 9781164187530
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 344
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.01lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.72d