Oscar López Rivera: Between Torture and Resistance

Format: Paperback Language: English ISBN: 1604866853 ISBN13: 9781604866858 Release Date: February 2013 Publisher: PM Press Length: 160 Pages Weight: 0.40 lbs. Dimensions: 0.5" x 5.7" x 8.5" The story of Puerto Rican leader Oscar L?pez Rivera is one of courage, valor, and sacrifice. A decorated Viet Nam veteran and well-respected community activist, L?pez Rivera now holds the distinction of being one of the longest held political prisoners in the world. Behind bars since 1981, L?pez Rivera was convicted of the thought-crime of "seditious conspiracy," and never accused of causing anyone harm or of taking a life. This book is a unique introduction to his story and struggle, based on letters between him and the renowned lawyer, sociologist, educator, and activist Luis Nieves Falc?n. In photographs, reproductions of his paintings, and graphic content, Oscar's life is made strikingly accessible--so all can understand why this man has been deemed dangerous to the U.S. go