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Congo Diary: A Brutally Honest Account of Guerrilla Warfare. In April 1965, Ernesto Che Guevara embarked on a clandestine mission to Congo, leading a force of Cuban soldiers in support of the African...

The Congo Basin: A Region of Enduring Mystery Located in central Africa, the Congo Basin is one of the planet's most remarkable regions. Spanning across six countries, it is home to some of the...

Congo Mercenary is the story of Mike Hoare's role in suppressing an armed rebellion in the Democratic Republic of the Congo in 1964. Hoare, a mercenary leader, was recruited to lead a team of several...

Congo: The Epic History of a People is a gripping and deeply moving account of one of the world's most devastated countries. David van Reybrouck's rich and epic history traces the fate of the...

Congo as Fiction: Art Worlds between Past and Present explores the vibrant art scene of the Democratic Republic of Congo, showcasing its diverse cultures and voices. This publication brings together...

The Development of Congo: A Cry for Reason in an Underdeveloped Nation. Tumba Bob Matamba's work is a heartfelt and urgent call to action, as he grapples with the complex issues surrounding the...

Congo Journey is an account of Redmond O'Hanlon's perilous journey into the heart of Africa's most treacherous jungle. Combining elements of travelogue and essay, this book offers a unique...

Discover what lives and grows in the Congo Basin, one of the planet's most remarkable regions. Located across six countries in Central Africa, this vast tropical rainforest is home to an incredible...

Quijote en el CongoA journey to the heart of Africa, as seen through the eyes of Don Quixote. This unique and fascinating tale brings together two seemingly disparate worlds: the 17th-century Spain...

The Democratic Republic of Congo's complex history is brought to life in this comprehensive graphic history. Author and illustrator Edmund Trueman explores the country's fractious story, from...

Congo is an adventure novel that follows a perilous journey into the heart of the Congolese jungle. A search for diamonds and a long-lost scientific breakthrough sets off a treacherous quest, with...

Ritual Figures in Congo presents a stunning collection of African art from the Democratic Republic of Congo. Figurative sculpture is renowned for its expressive power and has been a significant...

King Leopold's Congo and the "Scramble for Africa" A Short History with Documents by Michael A. Rutz offers a compelling account of one king's quest to build an empire in Central Africa. In the late...

Congo: A Nation's History Revisited The story of Congo is one of devastation and struggle. From the beginnings of the slave trade to the present day, this epic history balances hundreds of interviews...

The Democratic Republic of Congo has become one of the world's most troubled regions. A five-year war ended in 2003, but millions lost their lives and the country remains plagued by violence. Despite...

Congo Blue by Mike Lunnon-Wood is a gripping tale of war and survival. When a group of missionaries becomes embroiled in an African civil war, London's 40 Commando Royal Marines are forced to act...

At thirty-three, Jeffrey Tayler's direction in life was unclear. Seeking a new challenge, he left his job opening rejection letters from publishers and set out to explore Africa. His fascination with...

Congo Tales Told by the People of Mbomo is a stunning photographic series that brings ancient folklore to life in modern-day Africa. Renowned photographer Pieter Henket spent three years documenting...

Congo Inc. Bismarck's Testament is a searing tale about ecological, political and economic failure, set against the backdrop of Africa's complex history of conflict and exploitation. In this...

Death in the Congo: Murdering Patrice Lumumba is a gripping account of one of Africa's most pivotal moments. In 1960, Patrice Lumumba became prime minister of the newly independent Democratic...

Congo, My Country by Patrice Lumumba is a significant work in the history of Africa. First published in 1961, it has been selected as culturally important and is now available for readers to access...

The Violence of Empire: The Tragedy of the Congo-Océan Railroad By James Patrick Daughton In 1934, the construction of the Congo-Océan railroad was completed in Equatorial Africa, then a French...

Mokili Andelo: Tradition and Mission Meet in the Congo tells the story of Mokili, a young son of a Congolese Bambole Chief, growing up in the Congo during the 1930s and 40s. Born into Bambole...

Lord Leverhulme's Ghosts: Colonial Exploitation in the CongoThis meticulously researched history exposes the horrific conditions imposed upon the people of Congo under Lord Leverhulme's rule,...

Tintin in the Congo is the 22nd adventure in the series of 24 Tintin stories created by Hergé. Originally published in serial form in a Belgian newspaper from 1929 to 1930, the story was later...

Courage in the Congo: A Doctor's Fight to Save the PygmiesThis remarkable true story follows Dr. Jerry Galloway, a young doctor who dedicated 27 years of his life to bringing hope and healing to the...

Daring Dames Congo Queens brings together a team of fearless female heroes as they defend their jungle domain against danger. With their unique skills and bravery, they protect the innocent natives...

Congoism: Congo Discourses in the United States from 1800 to the PresentTracing the dismissive discourses that justify the plundering of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Johnny Van Hove examines...

Vanessa Woods' memoir recounts her journey to the Democratic Republic of Congo in 2005, where she embarked on a research trip with her fiancé. She settled into a bonobo sanctuary and immersed herself...

Spies in the Congo: The Race for the Ore That Built the Atomic Bomb is a gripping true story of espionage and heroism during World War II. In 1940, the US government became desperate to secure enough...

The Congo from Leopold to Kabila: A People's History by Georges Nzongola-Ntalaja is a comprehensive and radical account of the Congolese people's struggle for democracy and self-determination. This...

Three friends embarked on an extraordinary journey in 2013, attempting to cross the Congo River Basin from north to south. Their quest was deemed impossible, but they persevered with imagination and...

Colours of Congo: Patterns, Symbols and Narratives in 20th-century Congolese PaintingsThis richly illustrated study explores the history and reception of twentieth-century Congolese painting. From...

The Congo's Independence Turns into Conflict In June 1960, the Belgian Congo gained its independence, but the celebrations were short-lived. The country's political struggle soon turned into a bitter...

This study of the Mongo people of the upper Congo River basin explores their work patterns from the late nineteenth century to 1940, a period marked by colonial rule. Drawing on oral histories,...

Cobalt Red: The Human Cost of Our Digital LivesThis Pulitzer Prize finalist for General Nonfiction is a stark and crucial exposé of the human rights abuses behind the Congo's cobalt mining operation...

Congo Stories: Battling Five Centuries of Exploitation and GreedThis powerful book tells the story of how the Democratic Republic of Congo has been used to benefit Western nations, while suffering...

The War That Doesn't Say Its Name: The Unending Conflict in the Congo by Jason K. Stearns A detailed examination of the ongoing conflict in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, this book delves into...

Necessary Noise: Music, Film, and Charitable Imperialism in the East of Congo by Chérie Rivers Ndaliko explores how art has become a powerful tool for social change in the Democratic Republic of...

The Belgian Military Forces in the Congo Volume 1 provides a comprehensive study of the Force Publique, a paramilitary police force established by King Léopold II to secure the Congo Free State. This...

For God and the CIA: Cuban Exile Forces in the Congo and Beyond, 1959-1967 by Stephen Rookes. In the late 1950s and early 1960s, the United States became increasingly involved in the Congo Crisis,...

The War That Doesn't Say Its Name: The Unending Conflict in the Congo By Jason K. Stearns Hardcover, 328 pages, published 2022. This book examines the ongoing conflict in the Democratic Republic of...

In the Footsteps of Mr Kurtz: Living on the Brink of Disaster in the Congo by Michela Wrong. A gripping account of life in the Democratic Republic of Congo during the Mobutu years, when corruption...

Lawrence Devlin arrived in the Congo five days after independence was declared, amidst chaos and collapse. His first two weeks were marked by violence, as militiamen played Russian roulette with him...

The Congo River has long been home to a rich musical heritage. In the aftermath of World War II, African musicians began to fuse traditional sounds with modern styles, giving birth to a vibrant new...

Cobalt Red: the shocking truth about the human cost of cobalt mining in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Siddharth Kara's powerful investigation reveals the brutal realities of the cobalt mining...

In the Footsteps of Mr. Kurtz: Living on the Brink of Disaster in Mobutu's Congo By Michela Wrong The story of Mobutu Sese Seko, the president of Zaire for thirty-two years, is one of cunning and...

The story of America's atomic mission in World War II is one of secrecy and danger. In 1939, Albert Einstein warned President Franklin D. Roosevelt that the world's only supply of uniquely...

The Myth of International Protection: War and Survival in Congo by Claudia Seymour This visceral and intense work chronicles the stories of young people living in the Democratic Republic of Congo,...

Joseph Conrad's Heart of Darkness is a gripping tale of obsession and the darker aspects of human nature. Marlow's journey upriver into the heart of Africa is a journey into the unknown, driven by...

European Atrocity, African Catastrophe: Leopold II, the Congo Free State and Its Aftermath The history of Europe's relationship with Africa is complex and fraught with exploitation. This period in...

Sexual Violence as a Weapon of War? Perceptions, Prescriptions, Problems in the Congo and Beyond challenges dominant understandings of sexual violence in conflict and post-conflict settings. Authors...

A Dance of Assassins presents a pivotal moment in Congolese history, where two men clashed over control along Lake Tanganyika's southwestern shores in the 1880s. Lusinga, involved in the east African...

The Burden of Proof: African Testimony in the Movement for Congo Reform This book examines the complex relationship between colonialism and humanitarianism, shedding light on the crucial role African...

Angelo Turconi has spent fifty years documenting the daily life of the Congolese people. His photographs capture the power of ancestral ceremonies and the joy of popular celebrations, revealing the...

The Second Congo War, 1998-2003 is a detailed account of the military operations in the Democratic Republic of Congo during this period. This volume explores the events leading to the outbreak of...

Patrice Lumumba: The Life and Legacy of the Pan-African Politician Who Became Congo's First Prime Minister The modern history of Africa was largely written from the perspective of European...

Ben Rawlence's debut book tells the gripping story of life in a forgotten town deep in Congo's 'silent quarter', where peace is finally being built after two decades of civil war and devastation...

Unruly Ideas: A History of Kitawala in Congo explores the complex history of the Congolese religious movement Kitawala from its colonial beginnings to its continued practice today. Drawing on...

The Congo's independence on June 30, 1960, marked a significant shift towards sovereignty and justice. However, Prime Minister Patrice Lumumba's assassination soon revealed the challenges posed by...

The Great Lakes Holocaust: The First Congo War, 1996-1997 by Tom Cooper explores the events that led to one of Africa's worst tragedies. This two-volume work examines the connections between...

Strong NGOs and Weak States: Pursuing Gender Justice in the Democratic Republic of Congo and South Africa explores how human rights non-governmental organizations (NGOs) influence legal processes in...

Conflict Minerals, Inc. examines the relationship between violent conflict and natural resources in the twenty-first century. The exploitation of artisanal tin, tantalum (coltan), tungsten and gold...

Africa's World War: Congo, the Rwandan Genocide, and the Making of a Continental Catastrophe The devastating aftermath of the Rwandan genocide in 1994 had far-reaching consequences for sub-Saharan...

Deep in the heart of Africa, a mysterious creature is said to roam. For centuries, rumors have circulated about Mokele-Mbembe, a dinosaur-like beast known as the god-beast. In 2016, Rory Nugent...

The Modern Sovereign: Power and the Body in Central Africa Joseph Tonda's groundbreaking work explores the concept of power in Central Africa, particularly in Gabon and the Congo. He argues that the...

Music Saved Them, They Say explores how music-making has transformed the lives of young people in Kinshasa, a city in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Based on three-and-a-half years of...

A Grammar of Nzadi presents the first comprehensive documentation of this Bantu language, spoken by fishermen along the Kasai River in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The authors' extensive study...

This book provides a robust gendered analysis of international actors' responses to sexual violence crimes in conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo and their impact on local power...

Belgium and its African Empire: A Neglected Chapter in Colonial History The impact of colonialism on colonized territories has been extensively studied, but the effects of empire on the colonizing...

Health in a Fragile State: Science, Sorcery, and Spirit in the Lower Congo This anthropological account explores public health and healthcare after the collapse of the Congolese state in the 1980s...

The Okapi: A Natural History. This comprehensive guide to one of Africa's most elusive animals offers a complete and contemporary natural history of the okapi. Written by three long-time observers,...

Colin M. Turnbull's account of life among Africa's pygmy tribes is a unique and fascinating insight into their culture and way of life.In the 1950s, Turnbull lived among the pygmies of the Congo...

New Orleans has long been an enigmatic city, shaped by the complex interactions of three mighty empires: France, Spain, and England. This fascinating history is brought to life in "The World That...

Mosses are a common yet overlooked element of the natural world, existing at the limits of our ordinary perception. Robin Wall Kimmerer's book, Gathering Moss, is a beautifully written exploration of...

Understanding the complexities of information operations in conflict settings is crucial for effective peace support operations. This book examines the UN's approach to disarmament and repatriation,...

The Wall is a powerful and searing story about a city divided. For one boy, straying onto the wrong side of the wall changes his life forever. In this gripping tale, the boundaries between right and...

The Wall is a gripping novel about a world on the brink of collapse. Kavanagh's life is defined by his role as a Defender, patrolling the Wall that separates the world from the unknown. His days are...

The Berlin Wall: A History and Legacy of the World's Most Notorious Wall By Charles River The construction of the Berlin Wall in 1961 marked a significant turning point in modern history, symbolizing...

Set against the backdrop of one of history's most iconic divisions, this powerful picture book tells the story of a boy's struggle to reunite with his family from two different sides of the Berlin...

The Berlin Wall: A History and Legacy of the World's Most Notorious Wall The Berlin Wall was a physical barrier that symbolized the Cold War era, dividing East and West Germany. Its construction in...

The Great Wall is often misunderstood as a single entity, but in reality it's a complex series of walls built over two millennia. John Man explores the grandest sections and many lesser-known parts...

Your Wall Or Mine ? A Simplified Guide to the Party Wall Act 1996 If you're planning to extend your home or own a neighbouring property affected by building works, this guide will help you understand...

Behind These Walls by Warren Langford A collection of poetry that explores the complexities of human emotion and experience. This book presents a range of thoughts and feelings, from introspection to...

The Antonine Wall is a fascinating and complex chapter in Scotland's history, marking the north-west frontier of the Roman Empire from AD 140 to 160. Constructed by the Roman army, the wall was a...

Wall and Piece by Banksy A collection of Banksy's iconic street art, Wall and Piece showcases the artist's unique blend of humor, politics, and social commentary. Spanning over 192 pages, the book...

The Berlin Wall: 13 August 1961-9 November 1989 A gripping account of one of the most pivotal moments in modern history, this book tells the story of the post-war political conflict that led to the...

Discover the incredible world of wall art from around the globe. From ancient prehistoric caves to modern-day murals, this fascinating journey takes you through time and around the world.Stunning...

Canadian photographer Jeff Wall has been a pioneer in establishing photography as an autonomous medium since the late 1970s. His large-format photographs, often inspired by literature and art...

Girl in the Walls by A. J. Gnuse is a gothic tale about grief, belonging and hiding in plain sight. In this unique story, Jess Kidd notes that those who live in the walls must adjust to their...

The Wall and the Gate: Israel, Palestine, and the Legal Battle for Human Rights by Michael Sfard explores the struggle for human rights in Israel's courts. A farmer from the occupied West Bank sought...

The Glass Wall by William Robertson and Yulia Lapko is a savage and satirical story about friendship, love, and loyalty. In a world where everyone seems to be struggling with their own demons,...

The Wall by Jean-Paul Sartre is a poignant and thought-provoking collection of short fiction that explores the human condition. This 1939 work, published just before Sartre's most influential theatre...

The MacPherson family's antics are back in this hilarious treasury of Baby Blues comics. Rick Kirkman and Jerry Scott's relatable take on parenting is both laugh-out-loud funny and uncomfortably...

There Is No Wall is a deeply personal and unflinchingly honest account of ultrarunner Allie Bailey's struggles with alcoholism, depression, and mental breakdowns. With dark humour and vulnerability,...

The Great Wall Through Time: A 2,300-Year Journey Along the World's Greatest Wall Explore the fascinating story of the Great Wall of China in this beautifully illustrated children's book. Spanning...

Brandon Shimoda's memoir, The Grave on the Wall, is a poignant exploration of identity and memory. The grandson's search for his grandfather, a complex figure with a life marked by both beauty and...

The Chickens Build a Wall by Jean-Francois Dumont is a humorous story about the unexpected consequences of building a wall. A group of chickens at a farm construct a barrier, driven by their...

Over two thousand years ago, a simple solution to a pressing problem was born: building a wall to keep out enemies. This monumental structure grew and grew, but its construction came at a staggering...

The Berlin Wall: A City Divided In 1961, a sudden and dramatic barrier appeared overnight, splitting the city of Berlin into two parts. This concrete border, known as the Berlin Wall, was erected to...