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This title is printed to order. This book may have been self-published. If so, we cannot guarantee the quality of the content. In the main most books will have gone through the editing process however some may not. We therefore suggest that you be aware of this before ordering this book. If in doubt check either the author or publisher’s details as we are unable to accept any returns unless they are faulty. Please contact us if you have any questions.
Dive into the gripping story of Desi Bouterse, the man
who defined modern Suriname through decades of
triumph, controversy, and unrelenting ambition. From his
humble beginnings in the quiet district of Domburg to
his meteoric rise as a military strongman and two-time
president, this biography unpacks the layers of a
complex and polarizing leader who reshaped his nation's
destiny.
Through revolution, political upheaval, and international
scrutiny, Bouterse's life captures the turbulent history of
Suriname as it wrestled with democracy, sovereignty,
and justice. His leadership sparked hope, fear, and fierce
debate, marked by the infamous December Murders,
allegations of drug trafficking, and his unapologetic
quest for control.
With sharp insights and vivid storytelling, Desi Bouterse
Biography: A Life of Power, Politics, and the Price of
Authority is not just the story of one man, it's the story
of a nation grappling with its identity, history, and future.
Whether you view Bouterse as a hero, a villain, or a
symbol of survival, this book will challenge your
understanding of power and the profound cost it exacts.
Prepare to be captivated by the tale of a leader whose
name will forever be etched in the annals of Surinamese
history
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This title is printed to order. This book may have been self-published. If so, we cannot guarantee the quality of the content. In the main most books will have gone through the editing process however some may not. We therefore suggest that you be aware of this before ordering this book. If in doubt check either the author or publisher’s details as we are unable to accept any returns unless they are faulty. Please contact us if you have any questions.
Dive into the gripping story of Desi Bouterse, the man
who defined modern Suriname through decades of
triumph, controversy, and unrelenting ambition. From his
humble beginnings in the quiet district of Domburg to
his meteoric rise as a military strongman and two-time
president, this biography unpacks the layers of a
complex and polarizing leader who reshaped his nation's
destiny.
Through revolution, political upheaval, and international
scrutiny, Bouterse's life captures the turbulent history of
Suriname as it wrestled with democracy, sovereignty,
and justice. His leadership sparked hope, fear, and fierce
debate, marked by the infamous December Murders,
allegations of drug trafficking, and his unapologetic
quest for control.
With sharp insights and vivid storytelling, Desi Bouterse
Biography: A Life of Power, Politics, and the Price of
Authority is not just the story of one man, it's the story
of a nation grappling with its identity, history, and future.
Whether you view Bouterse as a hero, a villain, or a
symbol of survival, this book will challenge your
understanding of power and the profound cost it exacts.
Prepare to be captivated by the tale of a leader whose
name will forever be etched in the annals of Surinamese
history