The Red Horse Rides Again: Simon Chop Reveals South Sudan’s Dark History In His New Book

December 11, 2024 11:47 AM PST | By Send2Press

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MELBOURNE, Australia, Dec. 11, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — In his powerful new book, “The Red Horse of the Apocalypse: The Spirit of Violence, Revenge, and Conquest” (ISBN: 978-0228846253; Nov. 25, 2024), Simon Chop uncovers the tragic and violent power struggles that have plagued South Sudan, offering an eye-opening exploration of the world’s youngest nation. Through a compelling narrative, Chop examines how the forces of violence, tribalism, and revenge have shaped South Sudan’s history, from its long fight for independence to the catastrophic civil war that followed.

Image caption: Cover, “The Red Horse of the Apocalypse: The Spirit of Violence, Revenge, and Conquest” by Simon Chop.

The red horse of the apocalypse, symbolising bloodshed and destruction, serves as a central motif throughout the book. It reflects the violence that has plagued South Sudan since its struggle for freedom under the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement/Army. While independence initially brought hope, internal divisions quickly led to war and the nation’s fragile peace disintegration.

Chop’s experiences as a refugee offer a unique lens through which to view the conflict. Born in rural South Sudan, Chop was one of the first in his village to receive an education despite limited access to schooling. After fleeing his home due to the war, he spent years in refugee camps in Ethiopia and Kenya before eventually settling in Australia. His journey, combined with his academic background in Social Justice and International Relations, informs his understanding of the political and social forces at play in South Sudan’s tragic history.

In this book, Chop also tells the stories of the Nuer people, whose struggles and resilience amid war and displacement are central to understanding the region’s broader crisis. “The Red Horse of the Apocalypse” offers a sobering look at the human cost of political ambition, revenge, and the forces that tear nations apart.

BOOK SUMMARY

Title: “The Red Horse of the Apocalypse: The Spirit of Violence, Revenge, and Conquest”

Author: Simon Chop

Author website: https://simonchop.com/

Buy Link: https://amazon.com.au/dp/0228846250

Release Date: November 25, 2024

Genre: Non-Fiction, Memoir, Political History

Paperback: 9780228846253

Hardcover: 9780228846260

Ebook: 9780228846277

Publisher: Tellwell Publishing ( https://tellwell.ca/ )

News Source: Author Simon Chop

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