In the Footsteps of Mr. Kurtz
In the Footsteps of Mr. Kurtz
Synopsis
Mobutu Sese Seko, Zaire's president for thirty-two years, was known as 'the Leopard' for his cunning in seducing Western powers, silencing opposition, and dominating his people with brutality and charm. While the population suffered, he plundered the country's resources, living lavishly like a modern-day Mr. Kurtz. Michela Wrong, a correspondent who witnessed Mobutu's final days, chronicles the journey of this idealistic young journalist who became the quintessential African despot, assessing the actions of both villains and heroes in the Democratic Republic of Congo's compelling history.
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Michela WrongProtagonist
Mobutu Sese SekoAntagonist
Joseph ConradCameo
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Edition
In the Footsteps of Mr. KurtzPaperback, May
368 pages
Harper PerennialLanguage: EnglishISBN: 9780060934439Reprint5 editions available
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Frequently asked questions
Is In the Footsteps of Mr. Kurtz based on a true story?
The book chronicles the final days of Mobutu Sese Seko, the former president of Zaire, drawing on the author's experiences as a correspondent in the region. It explores the real historical context of his rule and the political landscape of the Democratic Republic of Congo.