The Democratic Republic of Congo, formerly Zaire, continues to struggle with socioeconomic and political development. Culture and Customs of the Congo provides the full context of traditional culture and modern practices against a backdrop of a turbulent history. The volume opens up a land and peoples little known in the United States. Written expressly to meet the needs of students and the general audience, the work will inform about the geography, economy, political history, and history from the slave trade to dictatorship; ancestral religions and inroads of western faiths; ancestral literary heritage and communication; art, architecture, and housing; diet and dress; marriage, family, and women; lifestyles and life events, and traditional and modern music and dance. Congolese society comprises hundreds of ethnic groups, such as the Luba, the Kongo, and the Kuba. The countryside is largely based on the hunting and gathering, herding, and farming lifestyles. The city is marked by lifestyles reflecting the prevalence of small business activities and increasing cultural sycretism of customs from different parts of the Congo and Western imports. Mukenge's narrative gives the diverse perspectives of their cultures with their fascinating juxtapositions to our familiar western ways. Examples of this are found in the Religion and Worldview chapter, which discusses ancestral religions, the spirits of the land, and supernatural power practitioners. The Literature chapter covers verbal competition and game songs. Congolese cuisine is based on starches such as the cassava root, the corn, and the plantain; green vegetables, insects, fish and, to a lesser extent, meat. Other chapters cover topics from the distinct Congolese dress and symbolic adornments, all-important family lines, to ceremonial music and dance. A chronology and glossary are added value.

The book presents knowledge of the Congolese traditions. Th book is the beautifully told story of the young son of a Congolese Bambole Chief growing up in the Congo of the 1930s and 40s. Born into Bambole Tradition but drawn to the incoming Baptist Mission, the young Bambole Mokili faces with courage and an open mind the extraordinary challenges of this cataclysmic period in Congo's history.

The book presents knowledge of the Congolese traditions. Th book is the beautifully told story of the young son of a Congolese Bambole Chief growing up in the Congo of the 1930s and 40s. Born into Bambole Tradition but drawn to the incoming Baptist Mission, the young Bambole Mokili faces with courage and an open mind the extraordinary challenges of this cataclysmic period in Congo's history.

The book helps readers to better understand human life in Congo. It is 1960. Almost all the black people of Congo are with great hope and joy. On June 30th they will receive Independence.

This magnificent large format edition is a 'best of' of photographer Angelo Turconi. Congo, Culture and Traditions compiles his most beautiful pictures and unique footage of his beloved Congo shot over a period of over half a century. This book is a precious photo archive, but at the same time a tribute to the vitality and resilience of the Congolese people. Included are rare images of rituals and traditions that now definitely belong in the past. A giant country like Congo with its huge ethnic diversity will always remain an inexhaustible source of wonder and astonishment. In five chapters, Congo-expert Turconi dwells on the country's nature, the daily life, its people, Congo's art and culture and the country's economy. Eminent ethnologist and art historian Francois Neyt wrote the introductory texts to the chapters, while Prof. Dr. Isidore Ndaywel and Nziem elucidates on the selected photographs. SELLING POINT: A giant country like Congo with its huge ethnic diversity will always remain an inexhaustible source of wonder and astonishment. Congo-expert and photographer Angelo Turconi dwells on the country's nature, the daily life, its people, Congo's art and culture and its economy 150 colour images

"Congo life and folklore" by John H. Weeks. Published by Good Press. Good Press publishes a wide range of titles that encompasses every genre. From well-known classics & literary fiction and non-fiction to forgotten−or yet undiscovered gems−of world literature, we issue the books that need to be read. Each Good Press edition has been meticulously edited and formatted to boost readability for all e-readers and devices. Our goal is to produce eBooks that are user-friendly and accessible to everyone in a high-quality digital format.

In 'Life on the Congo' by W. Holman Bentley, readers are provided with a unique insight into the culture, customs, and daily life of the Congolese people. Bentley's detailed narrative captures the beauty of the Congo region while also shedding light on the challenges faced by the indigenous population. Written in a descriptive and engaging style, the book offers a mix of personal anecdotes and ethnographic observations, making it a valuable resource for those interested in African studies and colonial literature. Bentley's firsthand experiences add depth and authenticity to the text, creating a vivid portrait of life in this remote region. The book is a noteworthy example of Victorian travel writing, offering a window into British perceptions of Africa during the late 19th century. With its rich cultural insights and historical significance, 'Life on the Congo' remains a compelling read for academics and history enthusiasts alike, showcasing the complex interplay between colonialism and indigenous cultures.