Congo

CongoDiscover the profound insights of the Democratic Republic of Congo with Tom Turner's critically acclaimed book, published by John Wiley & Sons in 2013. This brand new edition (ISBN: 9780745648446) delves into the complex history and ongoing struggles within one of the world's most tumultuous regions. As one of the deadliest conflicts since World War II, the DRC's turmoil is marked by the aftermath of a devastating five year war that has claimed

Discover the profound insights of the Democratic Republic of Congo with Tom Turner's critically acclaimed book, published by John Wiley & Sons in 2013. This brand new edition (ISBN: 9780745648446) delves into the complex history and ongoing struggles within one of the world's most tumultuous regions. As one of the deadliest conflicts since World War II, the DRC's turmoil is marked by the aftermath of a devastating five-year war that has claimed millions of lives.

Turner’s work expertly navigates the intricate narratives surrounding the Congo, addressing how the deep-rooted causes of violence continue to haunt the nation despite recent peace agreements and democratic elections. The author explores varying perspectives on the conflict, from civil war and foreign aggression to the lingering impacts of Rwanda's Hutu-Tutsi tensions. With a deep focus on the prevalence of sexual violence and its classification as a 'hidden war against women,' this book provides a thorough analysis of the ongoing crisis.

This 240-page exploration not only highlights the multiple dimensions of the Congo crisis but also argues that without a comprehensive understanding and consensus on these issues, efforts to rebuild the DRC will remain ineffective. Perfect for readers seeking to comprehend the complexities of the DRC and its future, this book is an essential addition to your collection.

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Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780745648446
Year: 2013
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons (UK)
Pages: 240


Description:
The Democratic Republic of Congo has become one of the world's
bloodiest hot spots. 2003 saw the end of a five-year war in which
millions lost their lives - one of the deadliest conflicts since
World War II. Despite recent peace agreements and democratic
elections, the country is still plagued by army and militia
violence. Congo remains deeply troubled, since the deep-rooted
causes of conflict have not been adequately addressed.


The conflict in the DRC has divided opinion; some call it a
civil war, or a war of aggression by the country's neighbours;
others a continuation of Rwanda's Hutu-Tutsi conflict on Congolose
soil, and a war of partition and pillage. The prevalence of rape
and sexual violence has led some analysts to mark it out as a
hidden ?war against women'. Tom Turner's insightful book
reveals how each of these descriptions accurately captures the
separate elements of this complex and multidimensional political
conflict. In exploring each of these contributory factors, he shows
how current attempts to rebuild the shattered state and society of
DRC are doomed to fail. So long as the full complexity of the Congo
crisis is not taken into account and a clear consensus as to its
precise dimensions reached, the future looks bleak. The DRC, he
argues, will likely remain a global hot spot for some time to
come.