A Time to Mourn

Set against the backdrop of Northern Rhodesia's path to independence in 1964, the book delves into a violent conflict in impoverished villages driven by deep political and religious divides. It chronicles the origins of the dispute, leading to skirmishes, massacres, and displacement, highlighting a previously unreported mutiny. The author, who served as a district commissioner during the turmoil, offers firsthand insights and critiques the failure of authorities to prevent the escalation, revealing how both colonial and independent governments sought to downplay the events' severity.