Dispatches From the People's War in Nepal by Li Onesto (English) Paperback Book

Description: FREE SHIPPING UK WIDE Dispatches From the People's War in Nepal by Li Onesto Lively and enlightening presentation of the Maoist insurgency in Nepal, educating people on the real state of affairs behind the "Peoples War". FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description A Maoist revolution has been raging in Nepal since 1996. In 1999, Li Onesto became the first foreign journalist to travel deep into the guerrilla zones of this Himalayan country. Allowed unprecedented access, she interviewed political and military leaders, guerrilla fighters, villagers in areas under Maoist control, and relatives of those killed by government forces. Dispatches provides invaluable analysis of the roots of an insurgency that is now on the threshold of seizing power. As journal and photo-essay, the book gives a vivid, first-hand look at the social and economic conditions that have fueled this revolution and allows readers to meet some of the key people involved. Peasant farmers talk about how their lifelong suffering has driven them to desperate measures. Women recount how they defied relatives, fled arranged marriages, and broke with social taboos to join the peoples army. Guerrilla commanders and fighters fresh from military encounters discuss strategy and tactics. Millions of people now live in areas in Nepal under guerrilla control, where peasants are running grass-roots institutions, exercising what they call new peoples power.Dispatches describes these transformations -- the establishment of new governing committees and courts, the confiscation and re-division of land, new cultural and social practices, and the emergence of a new outlook. Increasingly, the UK and US have directly intervened to provide political and military support to the counter-insurgency efforts of the Nepalese regime and Onesto analyzes this developing in the larger international situation and the US war on terrorism. Author Biography As a correspondent for the Revolutionary Worker newspaper, Li Onesto was the first foreign journalist to travel deep into the guerrilla zones of Nepal in 1999. Her interview with Prachanda, the head of the Communist Party of Nepal (Maoist), has been circulated internationally – translated into Nepali, Spanish, Italian, French, Hindi, German, Pashtun (in Afghanistan), and Chinese. Onestos photography show, "The Peoples War in Nepal: Faces from a Hidden War" has been on display in several cities in the U.S. and she continues to study, write and lecture about the developing situation in Nepal. Table of Contents AcknowledgementsMapPreface:1996-2004: Eight Years of Peoples War in NepalIntroduction1. Meeting the Peoples Army2. Villages of Resistance3. The Raid on Bethan4. Rifles and a Vision5. Revolutionary Work in the City6. General Strike in KathmanduCarrying the Story Forward: The Problem of Disinformation7. Land in the Middle8. Hope of the Hopeless in Gorkha9. Preparing the Ground in the West10. Learning Warfare by Waging Warfare in the WestCarrying the Story Forward: Revolutionary Policies11. Peoples Power in Rolpa12. Guns, Drums, and Keyboards13. Teachers in a School of WarCarrying the Story Forward: Children in the War Zone14. Martyrs of Rolpa15. Families of Martyrs: Turning Grief into StrengthCarrying the Story Forward: The Rising Death Toll16. Women Warriors17. New Women, New Peoples PowerCarrying the Story Forward: The Fight for Women Leaders18. Magar Liberation19. Preparing for War in Rukum20. Starting and Sustaining Peoples War in Rukum21. Camping with the Peoples Army 22. Red Salute in the WestNotesReferencesIndex Review Invaluable background to the worlds most vigorous Maoist movement, and insight into the theory and practice underlying contemporary Maoism elsewhere in South Asia and globally -- Gary Leupp, professor of history at Tufts University and Coordinator of the Asian Studies ProgramProbably the best, if not only, account of how the Maoists built their organisation and movement, and of how they operate and govern -- Stephen Mikesell, author of Class, State and Struggle in Nepal: Writings 1989-1995This is a lively, exciting and enlightening presentation of the true portrait of the Maoist insurgency in Nepal -- Padma Ratna Tuladhar, independent left leader, senior human rights leader and one of the facilitators in the peace talks between His Majestys Government of Nepal and the Communist Party of Nepal (Maoist) Review Quote This unique, intimate look into the Peoples War in Nepal provides invaluable background to the worlds most vigorous Maoist movement, and insight into the theory and practice underlying contemporary Maoism elsewhere in South Asia and globally. Based on the authors reportage and interviews in guerrilla-controlled areas in 1999, Dispatches from the Peoples War in Nepal helps to explain why, five years later, the insurgency has acquired control over most of the Nepali countryside. Li Onestos examination of the guerrilla army, the roles of women and national minorities in the Peoples War, and the conduct of general strikes in the capital of Kathmandu shed much light on the current struggle underway for the future of the Himalayan nation. Details ISBN0745323405 Author Li Onesto Short Title DISPATCHES FROM THE PEOPLES WA Pages 280 Language English ISBN-10 0745323405 ISBN-13 9780745323404 Media Book Format Paperback Imprint Pluto Press Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom DOI 10.1604/9780745323404 UK Release Date 2004-11-20 AU Release Date 2004-11-20 NZ Release Date 2004-11-20 Publisher Pluto Press Year 2004 Publication Date 2004-11-20 Alternative 9780745323411 DEWEY 954.96 Illustrations 32 b&w photographs Audience Professional & Vocational We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! 30 DAY RETURN POLICY No questions asked, 30 day returns! FREE DELIVERY No matter where you are in the UK, delivery is free. SECURE PAYMENT Peace of mind by paying through PayPal and eBay Buyer Protection TheNile_Item_ID:161823739;

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