The Emperor: Downfall of an Autocrat (Penguin Classics),Used

The Emperor: Downfall of an Autocrat (Penguin Classics),Used

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After the deposition of Haile Selassie in 1974, which ended the ancient rule of the Abyssinian monarchy, Ryszard Kapuciski travelled to Ethiopia and sought out surviving courtiers to tell their stories. Here, their eloquent and ironic voices depict the lavish, corrupt world they had known from the rituals, hierarchies and intrigues at court to the vagaries of a ruler who maintained absolute power over his impoverished people. They describe his inexorable downfall as the Ethiopian military approach, strange omens appear in the sky and courtiers vanish, until only the Emperor and his valet remain in the deserted palace, awaiting their fate. Dramatic and mesmerising, The Emperor is one of the great works of reportage and a haunting epitaph on the last moments of a dying regime.This edition includes an introduction by Neal Ascherson.

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  • Q: What is the main theme of The Emperor by Ryszard Kapuscinski? A: The main theme of The Emperor revolves around the decline of Haile Selassie's authoritarian regime in Ethiopia, highlighting the corruption and power dynamics within the imperial court.
  • Q: Who translated The Emperor into English? A: The Emperor was translated into English by William R. Brand and Katarzyna Mroczkowska-Brand.
  • Q: What type of book is The Emperor? A: The Emperor is a reportage-novel that combines journalistic observation with narrative storytelling, offering a vivid account of political events in Ethiopia.
  • Q: Is The Emperor available in different formats? A: Yes, The Emperor is available in paperback format.
  • Q: How many pages does The Emperor have? A: The Emperor has a total of 192 pages.
  • Q: Who is the author of The Emperor? A: The author of The Emperor is Ryszard Kapuscinski, a renowned Polish journalist and writer.
  • Q: When was The Emperor published? A: The Emperor was published on January 1, 2006.
  • Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The book is in new condition, ensuring a mint quality for buyers.
  • Q: What are the shipping details for The Emperor? A: Orders for The Emperor received before 12 noon will be dispatched the same day, with guaranteed packaging for safe delivery.
  • Q: Are there any notable reviews of The Emperor? A: Yes, notable reviews praise The Emperor for its magical eloquence and powerful narrative, with critics like John Updike and Salman Rushdie highlighting its literary significance.

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