We Wish to Inform You that Tomorrow We Will Be Killed with Our Families: Stories From Rwanda

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Book Synopsis: An unforgettable firsthand account of a people's response to genocide and what it tells us about humanity. This remarkable debut book chronicles what has happened in Rwanda and neighboring states since 1994, when the Rwandan government called on everyone in the Hutu majority to murder everyone in the Tutsi minority. Though the killing was low-tech--largely by machete--it was carried out at shocking speed: some 800,000 people were exterminated in a hundred days. A Tutsi pastor, in a letter to his church president, a Hutu, used the chilling phrase that gives Philip Gourevitch his title.

With keen dramatic intensity, Gourevitch frames the genesis and horror of Rwanda's "genocidal logic" in the anguish of its aftermath: the mass displacements, the temptations of revenge and the quest for justice, the impossibly crowded prisons and refugee camps. Through intimate portraits of Rwandans in all walks of life, he focuses on the psychological and political challenges of survival and on how the new leaders of postcolonial Africa went to war in the Congo when resurgent genocidal forces threatened to overrun central Africa.

Can a country composed largely of perpetrators and victims create a cohesive national society? This moving contribution to the literature of witness tells us much about the struggle everywhere to forge sane, habitable political orders, and about the stubbornness of the human spirit in a world of extremity.

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Immerse yourself in the profound and unforgettable firsthand stories from Rwanda in "We Wish to Inform You that Tomorrow We Will Be Killed with Our Families." Discover the harrowing accounts of survival, resilience, and the quest for justice in the aftermath of the genocide that shook the world. This remarkable debut book by Philip Gourevitch sheds light on the darkest corners of humanity, offering a poignant reflection on the struggles and triumphs of the human spirit.

Explore the chilling genesis of Rwanda's "genocidal logic" and the complexities of rebuilding a shattered nation in the wake of unspeakable atrocities. Gourevitch's keen insights and vivid storytelling bring to life the psychological and political challenges faced by Rwandans as they navigate the turbulent aftermath of a devastating genocide. Through intimate portraits and gripping narratives, this book offers a compelling exploration of the resilience and strength of the human spirit in the face of extreme adversity.

Join the journey of self-discovery and reflection as you delve into the heart-wrenching narratives of survivors, perpetrators, and victims in a country torn apart by violence. Gain a deeper understanding of the profound struggles and triumphs that have shaped Rwanda's path to healing and reconciliation. "We Wish To Inform You" is a powerful testament to the indomitable will of the human spirit and the enduring quest for justice and peace in a world scarred by tragedy.

Don't miss the opportunity to experience the emotional depth and profound insights of "We Wish to Inform You that Tomorrow We Will Be Killed with Our Families." Order your copy today and embark on a transformative journey through the stories that redefine our understanding of humanity and resilience.

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