The narrative is organized chronologically through several key eras:
By late 2012, the Dutch version alone had sold over 300,000 copies . Congo: een geschiedenis
Van Reybrouck conducted hundreds of interviews with Congolese people, ranging from child soldiers and female smugglers to centenarians who lived through the transition from colonial rule to independence. The English version was translated by Sam Garrett
The "Congo Crisis" following independence, including the death of Patrice Lumumba. Core Themes and Approach The long, kleptocratic reign
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
(English title: Congo: The Epic History of a People ) is a monumental non-fiction work by Belgian author David Van Reybrouck . Published in 2010, it is widely considered the definitive modern history of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Core Themes and Approach
The long, kleptocratic reign of Mobutu Sese Seko.