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Book Synopsis: Between the late 1970s and the mid-1980s, the people of Guatemala were subjected to a state-sponsored campaign of political violence and repression designed to not only defeat a left-wing, revolutionary insurgency but also destroy Mayan communities and culture. The Mayan Indians in the western highlands were labeled by the government as revolutionary sympathizers, and many Mayan women lost husbands, sons, and other family members who were brutally murdered or who simply “disappeared.” Based on years of field research conducted in the rural highlands, Fear as a Way of Life traces the intricate links between the recent political violence and repression and the long-term systemic violence connected with class inequalities and gender and ethnic oppression––the violence of everyday life.
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Are you ready to dive into a gripping and eye-opening journey through the pages of history? Introducing "Fear as a Way of Life," a groundbreaking book that unravels the dark truths and untold stories behind Guatemala's state-sponsored campaign of violence and repression. Through meticulous field research in the rural highlands, this book brings to light the intense struggle faced by the Mayan Indians and the heartbreaking losses they endured. Discover the intricate links between recent political violence and long-standing systemic inequalities of class, gender, and ethnicity.
With every turn of the page, immerse yourself in a captivating narrative that exposes the harsh realities of an era overshadowed by fear and destruction. Gain a fresh perspective on the forces at play as you delve deep into the lives of Mayan women who lost their loved ones to brutal acts of violence or irreversible disappearances. This spellbinding account will leave you heartbroken, angry, and inspired to stand against injustice.
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