45 pages • 1 hour read
Siddharth KaraCobalt Red: How the Blood of the Congo Powers Our Lives
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2023A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
Cobalt Red: How the Blood of the Congo Powers Our Lives by Siddharth Kara examines the human cost of cobalt mining in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. People are depicted in their struggles and exploitation within the mining industry, highlighting the global reliance on cobalt for technology and emphasizing the urgent need for ethical sourcing practices.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Cobalt Red: How the Blood of the Congo Powers Our Lives by Siddharth Kara has been praised for its illuminating exploration of the cobalt mining industry in the Congo, offering a powerful critique of ethical issues in global supply chains. However, some critics note a lack of proposed solutions and argue that the narrative can be repetitive. Overall, it's a compelling but challenging read.
Who Should Read Cobalt Red: How the Blood of the Congo Powers Our Lives?
A reader fascinated by global economics, human rights, and ethical sourcing would enjoy Cobalt Red. Comparable to Blood Diamonds by Greg Campbell or The Looting Machine by Tom Burgis, it appeals to those who seek to understand the human cost of resource extraction.
RecommendedReading Age
18+yearsBook Details
History: African
Politics / Government
Business / Economics
Technology
Natural World: Environment
Society: Colonialism
Society: Economics