To the Person Sitting in Darkness by Mark Twain
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About this eBook
| Author | Twain, Mark, 1835-1910 |
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| Title | To the Person Sitting in Darkness |
| Note | Reading ease score: 67.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "To the Person Sitting in Darkness" by Mark Twain is a satirical essay written in the early 20th century. This piece critiques American imperialism and the hypocrisy surrounding the exportation of "civilization" to colonized nations. Twain uses sharp wit and irony to illustrate the moral contradictions inherent in the so-called blessings of civilization as it is imposed upon other peoples under the guise of benevolence. In the essay, Twain addresses the dark realities of imperialist actions, particularly concerning the Philippines and other nations perceived as "sitting in darkness." He contrasts the noble ideals of love, justice, and mercy proclaimed by Western powers with the brutal realities of military aggression and exploitation carried out in their name. Through vivid examples, Twain demonstrates how Western nations justify their imperialist endeavors, highlighting the moral and ethical dilemmas faced by the colonizers and the true cost borne by the colonized. Ultimately, the essay serves as a powerful indictment of imperialism, revealing the often hidden motivations driving colonial powers and questioning the righteousness of their civilizing missions. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | D: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere |
| Subject | South African War, 1899-1902 |
| Subject | Philippines -- History -- Philippine American War, 1899-1902 |
| Subject | China -- History -- Boxer Rebellion, 1899-1901 |
| Subject | Imperialism |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 62636 |
| Release Date | Jul 13, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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