Angola and the River Congo, vol. 2

"Angola and the River Congo, vol. 2" by Joachim John Monteiro is a late 19th-century historical work, offering a window into the heart of Angola during the author's expeditions. Monteiro's account paints a picture of the geographical landscape, social structures, and economic realities of Angola. The narrative spotlights the complex relationship between the Portuguese colonizers and native tribes, revealing colonial rule's effects on indigenous societies and the environment. Beginning with Monteiro's travel from Ambriz to Loanda, the book recounts the Mossulo tribe's resistance and resistance to Portuguese colonization efforts. Monteiro describes specific military conflicts, clarifying the friction between the colonizers and the indigenous peoples, as well as the inadequate control of the Portuguese government in Angola. Monteiro explores the area's natural beauty, including its plants, animals, and minerals, while also exploring subjects like slavery, local traditions, and the larger effects of colonial exploitation on the area.