King Leopold's Ghost: A Story of Greed, Terror, and Heroism in Colonial Africa

King Leopold's Ghost: A Story of Imperialism, Tragedy, and Heroism in Colonial Africa Discover the shocking true story of King Leopold II of Belgium's brutal plundering of the Congo region in the late 19th century.

This gripping narrative reads like a novel, filled with fascinating characters, intense drama, and moral fervor.

Learn about the African rebel leaders who fought against impossible odds and the brave missionaries, travelers, and idealists who witnessed and participated in the twentieth century's first great human rights movement. This book is a National Book Critics Circle Award Finalist and a New York Times Notable Book, and for good reason.

It's an enthralling story that will keep you on the edge of your seat, with a depth of history that will leave you in awe.

Don't miss out on this powerful and moving account of one of the darkest periods in human history.