“Revolutionaries who come to power by force of arms usually have great crimes in their background. Leaders who survive campaigns by great powers to destroy them do not survive because they observe the niceties of law. Subversives who shape world events by covert action and violence work in shadows and detest the light of day.”

American author, historian, and journalist

Stephen Kinzer is an American author, historian, and journalist. He is known for his work as a correspondent for The New York Times and for his writing across books, newspapers, and news agencies. Kinzer has published several books and continues to write for a range of outlets. His work reflects the concerns of a journalist and historian, with a focus shaped by reporting, analysis, and long-form commentary.