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My Life as a Colombian Revolutionary: Reflections of a Former Guerrillera,Used
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In My Life as a Revolutionary, Maria Eugenia Vasquez Perdomo presents a gripping account of her experiences as a member of M19, one of the most successful guerrilla movements in Colombia's tumultuous modern history. Vasquez's remarkable story opens with her happy childhood in a middleclass provincial household in which she was encouraged to be adventurous and inquisitive. As an eighteenyearold university student in Bogota, Maria Eugenia embraced radical politics and committed herself to militant action to rid her country of an abusive government. operations in the 1970s and 1980s and became one of its leaders. She was able to avoid detection for nearly twenty years in the movement because she was both clever and considered too attractive to be a guerrillera. Her vivid narrative brings to life the men and women who were her comrades and conveys their anxiety and exhilaration as they carried out their actions. When she tells of her love affairs with some of M19's top leaders, she cannot separate romance from camaraderie or escape a sense of impending tragedy. guerrilla movement in a Latin American country, this would be a book well worth reading. But she also gives us an unsparing analysis of what it meant to be a woman in the movement and how much her commitment to radical politics cost her.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'My Life as a Colombian Revolutionary'? A: The main theme of the book revolves around the personal experiences of María Eugenia Vásquez Perdomo during her time with the M-19 guerrilla movement in Colombia, highlighting the intersection of youth culture, radical politics, and the unique challenges faced by women in such movements.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'My Life as a Colombian Revolutionary' is María Eugenia Vásquez Perdomo, who was a member of the M-19 guerrilla movement.
- Q: What type of book is 'My Life as a Colombian Revolutionary'? A: 'My Life as a Colombian Revolutionary' is a memoir that recounts the author's experiences as a guerrillera in Colombia, providing insights into the guerrilla movement and its societal impacts.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The book is listed as a 'Used Book in Good Condition', which indicates it may have some wear but is still functional and readable.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: 'My Life as a Colombian Revolutionary' contains 328 pages, offering a comprehensive account of the author's life and experiences.
- Q: When was this book published? A: 'My Life as a Colombian Revolutionary' was published on January 13, 2005.
- Q: What binding does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding, making it lightweight and portable.
- Q: Is there a focus on women's roles in the book? A: Yes, the book provides an unsparing analysis of the roles and challenges faced by women in the guerrilla movement, exploring how these factors influenced the author's commitment to radical politics.
- Q: Can this book provide insights into Colombian history? A: Yes, 'My Life as a Colombian Revolutionary' offers a personal narrative that sheds light on the historical context of guerrilla movements in Colombia, particularly the M-19.
- Q: What type of reader would benefit from this book? A: Readers interested in Latin American history, women's studies, and personal accounts of political activism will find valuable insights in this book.