Robin Kirk Boeken

"Journalistic account, set in a careful historical setting, of the impact of the Sendero Luminoso- inspired civil war from 1983 to the mid-1990s. Focuses on the civil defense brigades, Sendero's women in their prison setting, and campesino refugees in Lima who have fled their highland villages as a result of the war. Based on extensive interviews by a journalist who is fully familiar with the topic. One of the best sources for testimonials about the war from those most effected by it. Should not be overlooked by specialists seeking clear insights into the attitudes of both senderistas and those the movement terrorized"--Handbook of Latin American Studies, v. 58

In the second book in the INDIE-award-winning Bond Trilogy, warrior Fir leads his brothers on a quest for salvation that will threaten everything they hold dear.The dangers they encounter are unlike any they've faced before. Savage mutants discarded by the Weave hunt them. More terrifying still is coming to terms with what freedom really means to brothers beset by doubts and fear. The beautiful Hive Queen conjures Fir and compels him to break with his brothers. Their lives hinge on Fir's ability not only to keep his head. He must remember the girl and the battle dog who helped him find freedom. Fir must choose between his brothers, his allegiance to the Queen, and his love for the girl who won his heart.

Exploring themes of love and aging, this collection offers an intimate glimpse into life's journey. The poet employs accessible yet striking language, blending poignant reflections with a sharp sense of humor that captivates readers. Through a lifetime of experiences, the poems resonate with authenticity and emotional depth.

The idea of human rights is relatively recent, coming out of a post-World War II effort to draw nations together and prevent or lesson suffering. [The book] introduces children to the true stories of 20 real people who invented and fought for these ideas"--