"Andre Vltchek tells us about a world that few know, even when they think they do. That is because he tells the truth, vividly, with a keen sense of history, and with a perceptive eye that sees past surfaces to reality..."
NOAM CHOMSKY
"OCEANIA: Neocolonialism, Nukes & Bones is a critical appraisal of the destructive consequences of colo- nialism and later neocolonialism and how they have reshaped and undermined the very essence of Pacific humanity, it provides a rather uncomfortable but justifiably powerful moral message that the perils of Oceania need drawing attention to for the future survival of Pacific peoples and cultures who, isolat- ed from the main centres of global power, are often relegated to the margins of development and progress. {...} It is destined to be a journalistic mas- terpiece, laced with a deep sense of morality and commitment for the betterment of a forgotten part of the world."
Dr STEVEN RATUVA
OCEANIA
Andre Vltchek
Series: Classic Vltchek
Paperback: 234 pages
Publisher: Badak Merah Semesta; 1 edition (February 21, 2016)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 6027354321
ISBN-13: 978-6027354326
Product Dimensions: 6 x 0.6 x 9 inches
Price: $25
Link to order: http://www.amazon.com/Oceania-Neocolonialism-Nukes-Classic-Vltchek/dp/6027354321
Category: Politic
Book Description
"Oceania: neocolonialism, nukes and bones" is a critical appraisal of the destructive consequences of colonialism and later neocolonialism and how they have reshaped and undermined the very essence of Pacific humanity. It provides a rather uncomfortable but justifiably powerful moral message that the perils of Oceania need drawing attention to for the future survival of Pacific peoples and cultures who, isolated from the main centres of global power, are often relegated to the margins of development and progress. André Vltchek spent five years living and traveling throughout Oceania. During his journey he interviewed politicians, social-workers, journalists, teachers, doctors and the local inhabitants. He became friends with the great Pacific writer Epeli Hau’ofa who declared him an ‘honorary citizen of Oceania,’ and he intricately documented the appalling effects Western government policies, corporate strategies and military operations were having on the islands and the peoples of the Pacific.
About the Author
Andre Vltchek is a philosopher, novelist, filmmaker and investigative journalist. He covered wars and conflicts in dozens of countries. His latest books are: “Exposing Lies Of The Empire” and “Fighting Against Western Imperialism”.Discussion with Noam Chomsky: On Western Terrorism. Point of No Return is his critically acclaimed political novel. Oceania – a book on Western imperialism in the South Pacific. His provocative book about Indonesia: “Indonesia – The Archipelago of Fear”. Andre is making films for teleSUR and Press TV. After living for many years in Latin America and Oceania, Vltchek presently resides and works in East Asia and the Middle East. He can be reached through his website or his Twitter.