“First you destroy those who create values. Then you destroy those who know what the values are, and who also know that those destroyed before were in fact the creators of values. But real barbarism begins when no one can any longer judge or know that what he does is barbaric.”
Quote by Ryszard Kapuscinski
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Ryszard Kapuscinski
Ryszard Kapuscinski (March 4, 1932 – January 23, 2007) was a Polish journalist, writer, and poet, widely regarded as one of the greatest journalists of the 20th century. He gained fame for his in-depth coverage of conflicts and revolutions in Africa, Latin America, and the Middle East, blending factual reporting with literary narrative. Born in Pinsk, Poland, he studied history at the University of Warsaw and later worked for the Polish Press Agency. He reported on 27 revolutions and coups, including the Angolan Civil War, the Iranian Revolution, and the Ethiopian famine. His notable works include 'The Emperor,' 'The Soccer War,' and 'Travels with Herodotus,' translated into many languages. His writing profoundly explores power, violence, and human nature, influencing generations of journalists and writers. more
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