Quotes by : Adam Hochschild

Self-government is our right," [Roger Casement] declared. "A thing born in us at birth; a thing no more....

Today we are less likely to speak of humanitarianism, with its overtones of paternalistic generosity,....

So eager were its officials that the German government had telegraphed its ambassador in St. Petersburg....

The first World War in so many ways shaped the 20th century and really remade our world for the worse.....

Most striking about the traditional societies of the Congo was their remarkable artwork: baskets, mats,....

Work is hard. Distractions are plentiful. And time is short.