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The book features a satirical portrayal of King Leopold of Belgium, who defends his brutal colonial policies in Africa, asserting a divine right to oppress the Congolese. This work serves as a powerful critique of imperialism and its associated violence, maintaining its relevance over a century later. The restored edition includes new typesetting and archival photographs, enhancing the original 1905 release. Dr. Hunt Hawkins' introduction offers valuable insights into Twain's advocacy for social reform, highlighting the enduring impact of this anti-imperialist classic.
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King Leopolds Soliloquy, Mark Twain
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- 2016
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- Titul
- King Leopolds Soliloquy
- Podtitul
- The University of New Orleans Press Edition
- Jazyk
- anglicky
- Autori
- Mark Twain
- Vydavateľ
- University of New Orleans Press
- Vydavateľ
- 2016
- Väzba
- mäkká
- Počet strán
- 100
- ISBN13
- 9781608011186
- Kategórie
- Humor
- Anotácia
- The book features a satirical portrayal of King Leopold of Belgium, who defends his brutal colonial policies in Africa, asserting a divine right to oppress the Congolese. This work serves as a powerful critique of imperialism and its associated violence, maintaining its relevance over a century later. The restored edition includes new typesetting and archival photographs, enhancing the original 1905 release. Dr. Hunt Hawkins' introduction offers valuable insights into Twain's advocacy for social reform, highlighting the enduring impact of this anti-imperialist classic.