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Discover the gripping tale of courage and resilience in 'Tamil Tigress', the powerful memoir by Niromi de Soyza. This brand new edition, published in 2012 by Allen & Unwin, narrates the harrowing experiences of a 17-year-old girl caught in the tumultuous civil war of Sri Lanka. As part of the Tamil Tigers' first female contingent, Niromi’s story offers a unique perspective on conflict, survival, and the profound challenges of war. Moving beyond simple warfare narratives, the book delves deep into the daily life struggles faced by a young girl in an armed rebellion, from escaping ambushes to battling internal strife within her group. With 316 pages of intense storytelling, 'Tamil Tigress' is not just a memoir; it’s an exploration of identity, belonging, and the harsh realities of a war-torn nation. This compelling story will resonate with those interested in memoirs, feminist literature, and wartime accounts. Get ready to be inspired by the bravery of one extraordinary woman who transformed from an ordinary teenager into a fierce warrior. Order your copy today and embark on a journey through a pivotal moment in Sri Lanka's history. **Delivery information**: Enjoy fast and secure delivery options to ensure you receive your book in perfect condition. Grab your chance to understand the complexities of war and humanity through Niromi’s eyes, available for shipping now.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781743310700
Year: 2012
Publisher: Allen & Unwin
Pages: 316
Description:
Two days before Christmas in 1987, at the age of 17, Niromi de Soyza found herself in an ambush as part of a small platoon of militant Tamil Tigers fighting government forces in the bloody civil war that was to engulf Sri Lanka for decades. With her was her lifelong friend, Ajanthi, also aged 17. Leaving behind them their shocked middle-class families, the teenagers had become part of the Tamil Tigers' first female contingent. Equipped with little more than a rifle and a cyanide capsule, Niromi's group managed to survive on their wits in the jungle, facing not only the perils of war but starvation, illness and growing internal tensions among the militant Tigers. And then events erupted in ways that she could no longer bear.
How was it that this well-educated, mixed-race, middle-class girl from a respectable family came to be fighting with the Tamil Tigers? Today she lives in Sydney with her husband and children; but Niromi de Soyza is not your ordinary woman and this is her compelling story.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781743310700
Year: 2012
Publisher: Allen & Unwin
Pages: 316
Description:
Two days before Christmas in 1987, at the age of 17, Niromi de Soyza found herself in an ambush as part of a small platoon of militant Tamil Tigers fighting government forces in the bloody civil war that was to engulf Sri Lanka for decades. With her was her lifelong friend, Ajanthi, also aged 17. Leaving behind them their shocked middle-class families, the teenagers had become part of the Tamil Tigers' first female contingent. Equipped with little more than a rifle and a cyanide capsule, Niromi's group managed to survive on their wits in the jungle, facing not only the perils of war but starvation, illness and growing internal tensions among the militant Tigers. And then events erupted in ways that she could no longer bear.
How was it that this well-educated, mixed-race, middle-class girl from a respectable family came to be fighting with the Tamil Tigers? Today she lives in Sydney with her husband and children; but Niromi de Soyza is not your ordinary woman and this is her compelling story.