What is the author's tone in Shah of Shahs by Ryszard Kapuscinski?

Kapuscinski's tone is often one of bemusement, of confusion. He is very close to the revolution and has been involved in the day-to-day ebb and flow of events for years. Many events are still fresh in his mind, and this volume represents the author's attempt to find some meaning, some overarching theme amidst the pandemonium of revolution. While making sweeping conclusions in some cases, as with his ruminations on the nature of revolution, at other times he volunteers information and leaves any conclusion for the audience to formulate.