Chapter 34 -Nonviolence Or Not
“My friends,” Darlana speaks out to the group in the community meeting room, mostly women. “This is Pratima Patel from the libraries in Rajasthan. She is going to talk to those of us who want to help in the coming struggle. I know that many of you don’t want to use weapons against our brothers and sisters who come.” Low murmuring filters among the group.
“My sisters,” Pratima speaks out, most traces of weariness now gone from her voice. “Thank you for giving me your time and attention today.”
Darlana hopes that most face the librarian with interest, that some might even lean in. She’ll ask later about that.
“You all know each other,” Pratima continues. “You are family, friends, and neighbors. Darlana has asked me to come before you, to share some methods
