King Leopold's Soliloquy

Exploring the moral complexities of colonialism, the narrative presents a first-person account from King Leopold II, who reflects on the brutal realities of his rule in the Congo. He grapples with public perception and condemnation regarding the drastic population decline during his administration, revealing his self-justification and the stark contrast between his view and the outcry from humanitarian critics. The work critiques the hypocrisy of imperialism, exposing the dark legacy of exploitation and its impact on both the colonizers and the colonized.