Aux pays du Soudan : Bogos, Mensah, Souakim by Denis de Rivoyre
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Rivoyre, Denis de, 1837-1907
French
"Aux pays du Soudan : Bogos, Mensah, Souakim" by Denis de Rivoyre is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book explores the complex socio-political landscape of the regions around the Red Sea, focusing on the interactions and conflicts between local tribes, Egyptian forces, and European interests, particularly through the lens...
in the area following the rise of Egyptian dominance after 1866. It contrasts the decaying state of the Mensah and Bogos regions with their previous glory, detailing their plight under the Egyptians and the impact of wars and famine. Rivoyre introduces the mission of Catholic priests trying to provide aid and maintain a foothold in the area, amid the intermingling of troubled relationships, exploitation from the Egyptians, and the historical memories of the local populations. The complex interplay between faith, culture, and colonial ambition is revealed through vivid descriptions of the dire conditions faced by the indigenous people and their struggles against external forces. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Steven Green
3 months agoTo be perfectly clear, the character development is subtle yet leaves a lasting impact. A perfect companion for a quiet weekend.
Lucas Davis
2 weeks agoA fantastic discovery, the logical flow of arguments makes it an essential resource for research. Highly recommended for everyone.
Sarah Lewis
1 week agoIt took me a while to start, but the diagrams and footnotes included in this version are very helpful. I couldn't put it down until the very end.
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Susan Robinson
3 months agoTo be perfectly clear, the depth of research presented here is truly commendable. I will be reading more from this author.