Publisher's Synopsis
""Shake Hands with the Devil"" is a non-fiction book written by Romeo Dallaire, a retired Canadian General who served as the Force Commander of the United Nations Assistance Mission for Rwanda (UNAMIR) during the Rwandan genocide in 1994. The book is a personal account of Dallaire's experiences during the genocide, in which an estimated 800,000 people were killed in just 100 days. Dallaire's account is a harrowing and emotional one, detailing the atrocities he witnessed and the struggles he faced in trying to stop the violence. He writes about the failure of the international community to intervene in the genocide, and the frustration and despair he felt as he watched the situation deteriorate. The book also explores the broader political and historical context of the genocide, including the role of colonialism and the tensions between the Hutu and Tutsi ethnic groups. Dallaire reflects on the lessons that can be learned from the tragedy, and the importance of preventing similar atrocities from occurring in the future. Overall, ""Shake Hands with the Devil"" is a powerful and deeply moving book that provides a unique perspective on one of the most devastating events in modern history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Rwanda, the politics of humanitarian intervention, or the human cost of war and violence.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
