Janjira Sombatpoonsiri: Humor & Nonviolent Struggle in Serbia

Excerpt: Sombatpoonsiri’s Humor & Nonviolent Struggle in Serbia is the first comprehensive account of the Serbian organization Otpor and its pivotal role in the 2000 overthrow of Slobodan Milosevic. While the book emphasizes Otpor’s innovative use of humor as a tool for nonviolent resistance, it also delves into other critical aspects of the movement. Sombatpoonsiri explores how Otpor was structured, its relationships with independent media, and its collaboration with opposition parties. The book offers a well-rounded examination of both the humorous and more serious activities that contributed to the success of the movement.