Santiago Alvarez Libros

Exploring the interplay of external and internal violence, this book delves into a highland peasant community in the Colombian Andes, shaped by guerrilla clashes and blood feuds. It examines the aggressive ideals of masculinity and highlights the extreme resistance of women through suicides, as well as the domestic tensions that lead to violence within families. By analyzing these interconnected forms of conflict, the work reveals how personal experiences and broader societal issues are inseparable, providing a nuanced understanding of violence in this context.