In "To the Person Sitting in Darkness," Mark Twain critiques Imperialism by highlighting its hypocrisy and moral contradictions. He argues that while imperial powers claim to bring civilization and enlightenment to colonized nations, they often exploit and oppress those very populations for economic gain. Twain emphasizes the brutal realities of imperialism, suggesting that the supposed benefits are overshadowed by suffering and injustice. Ultimately, he calls for a reevaluation of America's role in global affairs and challenges the notion that imperialism is a noble endeavor.
They have been dishonest with the people they colonized—Apex
To the Person Sitting in Darkness was created in 1901.
In "To the Person Sitting in Darkness," Mark Twain criticizes imperialists for promoting and justifying colonization and exploitation in the name of spreading civilization and Christianity. He exposes the hypocrisy and violence of imperialism, highlighting the suffering it causes to the colonized people. Twain argues that imperialism is a self-serving endeavor that benefits the colonizers at the expense of the oppressed.
a satirical artical.
a satirical artical.
apex ~ They have been dishonest h the people they colonize
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Philippines
They have been dishonest with the lands they colonize is the point he is making.
Mark Twain
Mark Twain
The Philippines