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The Fire This Time: Essays On Life Under Us Occupation
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His Book Is Compilation Of A Number Of Essays By The Chamorro Writer, Julian Aguon, The Author Of Just Left Of The Setting Sun. These Essays Are Written To Inform The World Of The Plight Of The Chamorro People On The Us Territory Of Guam. Guam Is Considered The Place Where America'S Day Begins Because Of Its Location In The Western Pacific. It Endures The Status Of An Unincorporated Territory, A Netherzone In Which The Organic Act Instead The Us Constitution Applies, And Where A Nonvoting Congressperson Represents The Island'S Interests In Principle, But In Actuality The Island Is Administered By The Office Of Insular Affairs In The Us Department Of Interior. The Island Has Endured 500 Years Of Colonization First By The Spanish; Then By The Americans, Followed By The Japanese; And After Its Liberation After Wwii, Now Back Under Us Control. Presently The Island Is Gripped By The Forces Of Globalization Threatening To Further Take Advantage Of Its Status As A Us Free Port; A Campaign By The Local Chamber Of Commerce (Consisting Primarily Of Us Statesiders) To Privatize Every One Of Guam'S Public Resources, I.E. The Island'S Only Water Provider, Only Power Provider; Only Local Telephone Provider; Public Schools; And Its Only Port, On An Island That Imports 8590% Of Its Food And Where Private Monopolies Of Public Goods Would Truly Make The Island Captive To The Forces Of The Market; A Massive Buildup Of Us Marines To Complement The Impressive Air Force And Navy Show Of Force On 1/3 Of The Island That Now Threatens To Make Guam A Firststrike Target In Any Altercation With China And/Or With North Korea; And The Exploitation Of The Island'S Deep Patriotism And Loyalty To The Us To The Point Of Cultural Genocide And Economic Ruin. These Essays Provide The Reader With A Picture Of How, Even In America'S Own Backyard, Globalization, Privatization, The Application Of Nonrepresentative Democracy, The Militarization Of Society, And The Spread Of A Culture Of Conspicuous Consumption Threaten To Both Destroy The Viability Of Communities, As Well As The Sustainable Values And Cultures That Bind Them Together.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Fire This Time'? A: The main theme of 'The Fire This Time' revolves around the challenges faced by the Chamorro people under US occupation, highlighting issues such as globalization, privatization, and cultural erosion.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Fire This Time'? A: The author of 'The Fire This Time' is Julian Aguon, a Chamorro writer known for his work on the cultural and political issues affecting Guam.
- Q: How many essays are included in the book? A: The book contains a compilation of essays, offering multiple perspectives on the plight of the Chamorro people.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'The Fire This Time'? A: The book was published on August 12, 2006.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'The Fire This Time' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages are in 'The Fire This Time'? A: The book consists of 128 pages.
- Q: Is there any specific audience that this book targets? A: The book primarily targets readers interested in social justice, colonial history, and the experiences of marginalized communities, particularly in Guam.
- Q: What are some key issues discussed in the essays? A: Key issues discussed include colonization, militarization, cultural genocide, and the impacts of globalization on the Chamorro community.
- Q: Can this book be useful for educational purposes? A: Yes, 'The Fire This Time' can serve as a valuable resource for students and researchers studying colonialism, Pacific history, and indigenous rights.
- Q: What makes 'The Fire This Time' unique compared to other books on similar topics? A: The book is unique in its personal narrative style and focus on the specific experiences and struggles of the Chamorro people, providing a localized perspective on broader global issues.