Guns and Rain: Guerrillas & Spirit Mediums in Zimbabwe

Name: Guns and Rain: Guerrillas & Spirit Mediums in Zimbabwe
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Book Synopsis: Almost every anti-colonial struggle this century has been led by an army of guerrillas. No such struggle has succeeded without a very high degree of cooperation between guerrillas and the local peasantry. But what does “cooperation” between peasants and guerrillas really consist of? What effect does it have on the way they view the world for which they fight?

In the struggle for Zimbabwe (1966-80), hundreds of thousands of peasants provided the guerrillas with practical help and support. But they went a good deal further. Throughout the country scores of spirit mediums, the religious leaders of Shona, gave active support to resistance. With their participation, the scale of the war expanded into an astonishing act of collaboration between ancestors and their descendants, the past and the present, the living and the dead.

This book is a detailed study of one key “operational zone” in the Zambezi valley. It shows that to understand the meaning the war and independence have for the people of Zimbabwe themselves, we must take into account not only the nationalist guerrillas and politicians, the bearers of guns, but also the mediums of the spirits of the Shona royal ancestors, the bringers of rain.

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Guns and Rain: Guerrillas & Spirit Mediums in Zimbabwe is a groundbreaking book that sheds light on the untold stories of the struggle for independence in Zimbabwe. This book uncovers the vital role of cooperation between guerrillas and the local peasantry, revealing the true essence of their fight for freedom. Delve into the profound impact of this cooperation on the way they perceive the world they fight for. With meticulous research and compelling narratives, this book brings to life the astonishing act of collaboration between ancestors and their descendants, bridging the gap between the past and the present, the living and the dead.

Experience the rich history of Zimbabwe's journey towards liberation through the lens of one key "operational zone" in the Zambezi valley. This in-depth study captures the essence of the war and independence, not only through the perspective of nationalist guerrillas and politicians but also through the spiritual beliefs of the Shona royal ancestors. Gain a comprehensive understanding of the profound significance of rain-bringing mediums in shaping the destiny of a nation.

With its unique perspective, Guns and Rain: Guerrillas & Spirit Mediums in Zimbabwe truly delivers an eye-opening account of the struggle for independence. This thought-provoking book offers a fresh and compelling narrative that challenges conventional understanding. Immerse yourself in the captivating stories of peasant cooperation, guerrilla bravery, and spiritual dedication, all woven together to create a mesmerizing tale of Zimbabwe's fight for liberation.

Don't miss out on this remarkable book that uncovers the untold stories of Zimbabwe's struggle for independence. Discover the symbolic collaboration between guerrillas and the local peasantry that shaped the course of history. Immerse yourself in the spiritual realm of Shona royal ancestors and their rain-bringing mediums. Order Guns and Rain: Guerrillas & Spirit Mediums in Zimbabwe today and embark on an extraordinary journey into the heart of Zimbabwe's fight for freedom.

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