Whilst African civil conflicts are usually presented in the media as either political struggles, terrorism or mere banditry, in some at least there is a substantial spiritual element. Conflicts Zimbabwe, Mozambique and elsewhere in African have been shown to contain highly significant contributions from spirit forces intermediated by mediums, traditional healers, and prophets. Aspects of the Ac...

number of ethnic conflicts in diverse regions 2~ of the world have forced millions of civilians to flee their homes and seek refuge in other areas of their country or in neighboring countries. This "epidemic" of population displacement has placed great burdens on both host countries and the international community as they struggle to provide protection and assistance. More than ever before, the...

As one of the pivot figures “Northeastern Writers”, Xiao Jun’s Village in August is great importance history modern Chinese literature, highlighting local characteristics Northeastern China, revolutionary “banditry”, and romantic personal heroism, attracting attention Western critics. The translation by American sinology researcher Evan King shows to stories makes a unique contribution cultural...