A powerful investigation into a grisly political murder and the authoritarian regime behind it: Do Not Disturb upends the narrative that Rwanda sold the world after one of the deadliest genocides of the twentieth century.We think we know the story of Africa’s Great Lakes region. Following the Rwandan genocide, an idealistic group of young rebels overthrew the brutal regime in Kigali, ushering in an era of peace and stability that made Rwanda the donor darl...

"A Canadian Manor and Its Seigneurs: The Story of a Hundred Years, 1761-1861" by George McKinnon Wrong delves into the intricate history of a Canadian manor, exploring the lives of its seigneurs and the socio-political dynamics of the time. The narrative captures the essence of the manor's establishment and its evolution over a century, highlighting the relationships between the French and English settlers. Wrong's meticulous research provides a vivid portrayal of the challenges and triump...

"Washington and His Comrades in Arms: A Chronicle of the War of Independence" by George McKinnon Wrong offers a detailed exploration of the American Revolutionary War, focusing on the pivotal role played by George Washington and his fellow military leaders. Wrong meticulously chronicles the strategies, battles, and personal dynamics that defined the conflict, providing readers with a vivid portrayal of the challenges faced by the Continental Army. The narrative is enriched with historical ...

THE COMMANDER-IN-CHIEF Moving among the members of the second Continental Congress, which met at Philadelphia in May, 1775, was one, and but one, military figure. George Washington alone attended the sittings in uniform. This colonel from Virginia, now in his forty-fourth year, was a great landholder, an owner of slaves, an Anglican churchman, an aristocrat, everything that stands in contrast with the type of a revolutionary radical. Yet from the first he had been an outspoken and uncompro...

In "Washington and His Comrades in Arms: A Chronicle of the War of Independence," George McKinnon Wrong meticulously chronicles the military strategies, personal dynamics, and pivotal campaigns that shaped the American Revolutionary War. Written with a narrative flair that combines scholarly rigor with vivid storytelling, Wrong's work examines not only General George Washington's leadership but also the diverse cadre of commanders who served alongside him. Set against the backdrop of a bur...

The Federation of Canada 1867-1917 offers a compelling exploration of the political, social, and cultural evolution of Canada during its formative years. This anthology traverses a range of literary styles, from insightful essays to reflective commentaries, encapsulating the diverse narratives that have shaped the Canadian identity. Integral to this collection are standout pieces that illuminate transformative events such as the confederation and its subsequent developments, evaluated not ...

The Federation of Canada 1867-1917 is an intricate anthology that explores the formative years of the Canadian confederation through a tapestry of historical narratives, analyses, and reflections. This collection brings together a diverse array of literary styles, from historical recounts to critical essays, offering a panoramic view of Canada as it navigated its first half-century of nationhood. It investigates the political, social, and economic transformations that defined the period, c...

"A fast-paced political thriller.... Wrong's gripping, thoughtful book stands as both a tribute to Githongo's courage and a cautionary tale." —New York Times Book Review“On one level, It’s Our Turn to Eat reads like a John Le Carré novel.... On a deeper and much richer level, the book is an analysis of how and why Kenya descended into political violence.” — Washington PostCalled "urgent and important” by Harper's magazine, It’s Our Turn to Eat is a nonfiction political thri...

In "Washington and His Comrades in Arms: A Chronicle of the War of Independence," George McKinnon Wrong presents a meticulously researched account of the American Revolutionary War, focusing on the interplay of military strategies and personal relationships among key figures such as George Washington, Marquis de Lafayette, and other pivotal leaders. Wrong's literary style blends detailed historical narrative with biographical sketches, bringing to life the challenges faced by these command...

In "A Canadian Manor and Its Seigneurs," George McKinnon Wrong presents a meticulously researched account of the history and social dynamics of a Canadian manor, delving into the intricate relationships between seigneurs and their tenants during the colonial period. Employing a narrative style that blends scholarly rigor with engaging prose, Wrong situates his analysis within the larger context of Canadian history, reflecting on themes of feudalism, land ownership, and the evolution of rur...

"Contemporary history on a grand scale . . . Wrong has given us another essential contribution to understanding the postcolonial scramble for Africa." —John le Carré, #1 New York Times–bestselling authorScarred by decades of conflict and occupation, the craggy African nation of Eritrea has weathered the world's longest-running guerrilla war. The dogged determination that secured victory against Ethiopia, its giant neighbor, is woven into the national psyche...

"Wholly unsentimental," a foreign correspondent's exploration of political corruption in Africa "gets it right . . . [a] chillingly amusing cautionary tale." —Jonathan Yardley, Washington Post Book WorldKnown as "the Leopard," the president of Zaire for thirty-two years, Mobutu Sese Seko, showed all the cunning of his namesake—seducing Western powers, buying up the opposition, and dominating his people with a devastating combination of brutality and charm. ...