The Fall Of The Congo Arabs (1897)

By Sidney Langford Hinde

Book Overview

The Fall of the Congo Arabs is a historical account written by Sidney Langford Hinde in 1897. The book details the fall of the Arab slave trade in the Congo region of Africa during the late 1800s. Hinde, who was a British explorer and colonial administrator, provides a firsthand account of the events that led to the defeat of the Arab slave traders by the Belgians and their allies. The book covers the political, social, and economic factors that contributed to the decline of the Arab slave trade, including the arrival of European powers in the region, the rise of indigenous resistance movements, and the impact of new technologies, such as the steamship and the telegraph. Hinde's narrative is vivid and engaging, drawing on his personal experiences and observations to provide a detailed and insightful analysis of this important period in African history. The Fall of the Congo Arabs is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of Africa, colonialism, and the struggle for independence.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.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1437408656
• ISBN13: 9781437408652
• Release Date: December 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 372 Pages
• Weight: 1.57 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"