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A Dance of Assassins: Performing Early Colonial Hegemony in the Congo (African Expressive Cultures),Used
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A Dance of Assassins presents the competing histories of how Congolese Chief Lusinga and Belgian Lieutenant Storms engaged in a deadly clash while striving to establish hegemony along the southwestern shores of Lake Tanganyika in the 1880s. While Lusinga participated in the east African slave trade, Storms' secret mandate was to meet Henry Stanley's eastward march and trace 'a white line across the Dark Continent' to legitimize King Leopold's audacious claim to the Congo. Confrontation was inevitable, and Lusinga lost his head. His skull became the subject of a sinister evolutionary treatise, while his ancestral figure is now considered a treasure of the Royal Museum for Central Africa. Allen F. Roberts reveals the theatricality of early colonial encounter and how it continues to influence Congolese and Belgian understandings of history today.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'A Dance of Assassins'? A: 'A Dance of Assassins' explores the historical clash between Congolese Chief Lusinga and Belgian Lieutenant Storms, focusing on their struggle for hegemony in the Congo during the 1880s.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'A Dance of Assassins' is Allen F. Roberts.
- Q: What type of book is this? A: 'A Dance of Assassins' is categorized as a criticism of historical narratives, particularly concerning colonialism in the Congo.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 328 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: 'A Dance of Assassins' was published on December 20, 2012.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed as 'New,' indicating it is in excellent condition.
- Q: What is the binding type of 'A Dance of Assassins'? A: This book is available in a paperback binding.
- Q: Does the book discuss the impact of colonial encounters on present-day societies? A: Yes, the book reveals how early colonial encounters continue to influence modern understandings of history in both Congolese and Belgian societies.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic study? A: Yes, 'A Dance of Assassins' is suitable for academic study, particularly for those interested in colonial history and African culture.
- Q: What key historical figures are featured in the book? A: The book features key historical figures such as Congolese Chief Lusinga and Belgian Lieutenant Storms.