The Truth About the Congo


Read by Mario Pineda

(4.5 stars; 1 reviews)

After traveling extensively through Mexico and other countries, Starr spent a year in Congo during the peak of European colonization. He candidly shares his experiences and observations, exploring the culture, customs, and struggles of the natives. Through experience and inquisitive explorations, he pinpoints personal encounters and narratives, addressing issues such as cruelty and the complexities of colonial Africa. Please note that the “n-word” is present in several sections. - Summary by Mario Pineda (3 hr 47 min)

Chapters

Preface. I, part 1 14:52 Read by Mario Pineda
I, part 2 14:07 Read by Mario Pineda
II 16:55 Read by Mario Pineda
III 14:42 Read by Mario Pineda
IV 11:16 Read by Mario Pineda
V 12:42 Read by Mario Pineda
VI 12:44 Read by Mario Pineda
VII 11:47 Read by Mario Pineda
VIII, part 1 12:47 Read by Mario Pineda
VIII, part 2 11:51 Read by Mario Pineda
IX 10:12 Read by Mario Pineda
X 9:34 Read by Mario Pineda
XI 13:47 Read by Mario Pineda
XII 14:30 Read by Mario Pineda
XIII 11:18 Read by Mario Pineda
XIV 15:15 Read by Mario Pineda
XV 19:21 Read by Mario Pineda

Reviews

Ruthless Propagandist for King Leopold's Congo


(4.5 stars)

Nicely read but this book seeks to whitewash the atrocities of the Belgian Empire - that's the lens this author sees through,justifying flogging & torture through whataboutery. Justifies iron collars & chains for govt slaves by saying some native women wear heavy brass rings! Nothing is ever "a hardship" for native people. Author has come to Congo to capture Baka people to be exhibited in a human zoo- popular in Belgium & he's fine with that, not a hardship, right? This is important contemporary history, packed with fascinating details.