Publication |
USA, Lucent Books, 2003.
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Description |
112pSea green spine
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Series |
Rivers of the World
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Summary/Abstract |
Describes the Congo River from ancient times to the present, its ecology and importance to people and wildlife and discusses what must be done to protect and preserve this river and the surrounding region. Well illustrated with maps and fully documented quotes from authoritative sources.
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Contents |
The forgotten river
The river that swallows all rivers
The early Congo
The scramble for Africa
A river of untapped potential
Untapped natural resources
Engaging the Congo
For furthur reading
Works consulted
Picture credits
About the author
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Standard Number |
1590183649 Hb.
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