Religious Entanglements: Central African Pentecostalism, the Creation of Cultural Knowledge, and the Making of the Luba Katanga, written by Maxwell, David.

"Religious Entanglements: Central African Pentecostalism, the Creation of Cultural Knowledge, and the Making of the Luba Katanga" by David Maxwell explores the complex relationships between the Luba Katanga people and the Congo Evangelistic Mission (CEM) leaders in the Belgian Congo from 1915 to 1960. The book examines the process of creating cultural knowledge and the roles of both missionaries and Africans in this work. Maxwell's research draws from a wide range of sources and oral interviews, shedding light on the intersection of science, theology, and colonialism in the mission. The book also highlights the agency of the Luba people in navigating the challenges of colonialism and the breakdown of their kingdom, as well as their contributions to ethnographic knowledge and Christian identity. While the book provides valuable insights, the reviewer notes a desire for more exploration of women's contributions and gender dynamics within the context of the study. Overall, "Religious Entanglements" offers a comprehensive and nuanced understanding of the complex dynamics between missionaries and Africans in the creation of cultural knowledge. [Extracted from the article]