Baddawi by Leila Abdelrazaq (English) Paperback Book

Description: Baddawi by Leila Abdelrazaq Baddawi is a coming-of-age story about a young boy named Ahmad struggling to find his place in the world. Raised in a refugee camp called Baddawi in northern Lebanon, Ahmad is just one of the thousands of Palestinians who fled their homeland after the war in 1948 established the state of Israel. In this visually arresting graphic novel, Leila Abdelrazaq explores her fathers childhood in the 1960s and 70s from a boys eye view as he witnesses the world crumbling around him and attempts to carry on, forging his own path in the midst of terrible uncertainty. Ahmad grows up in a crowded yet vibrant community amidst mounting unrest and violence in his host country, experiencing joys such as holidays and adventures with his friends, and facing heavy burdens, from a schoolyard bully to separation from his family during the Lebanese civil war. Ahmads dogged pursuit of education and opportunity echoes the journey of the Palestinian people, as they make the best of their present circumstances while remaining steadfast in their determination to one day return to their homeland. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description An arrestingly drawn debut graphic novel, Baddawi is the story of a young boy named Ahmad struggling to find his place in the world. It explores the childhood of the authors father from a determinedly boys-eye view. Ahmed was raised in the refugee camp of Baddawi in northern Lebanon, one of many thousands of children born to Palestinians who fled (or were expelled from) their homeland during the 1948 war that established the state of Israel. Ahmads dogged pursuit of education and opportunity echoes the journey of the Palestinian people, as they make the best of their existing circumstances while remaining determined to one day return to their homeland. Author Biography Leila Abdelrazaq is a Chicago-based, Palestinian-American artist and organizer. She was a 2015 graduate of DePaul University where she double majored in Theatre Arts and Arabic Studies. During her time at DePaul, she served in their chapter of Students for Justice in Palestine (SJP), and on the National SJP Steering Committee. When not drawing comics, studying Arabic, or working for justice for Palestinians, Leila enjoys carpentry, painting, breaking things, and making a mess. Review "Ahmed is a boy living in a refugee camp in Lebanon and just one of many that had to flee his Palestinian homeland during the war. His circumstances do not keep him from dreaming of opportunities or returning home. The story of Ahmed is one that is relevant in todays world but takes place in 1948." —Young Adult Library Services Association"Its an important story, presenting a personal account of a seemingly endless conflict that is far too often contextualized in terms of ideology, rather than human life. Historical context—the sectarian violence of Lebanon in the 70s—sheds light on key events often lost in the rhetoric, for a welcome look at the people caught up in endless political strife." —Publishers Weekly"At turns heartbreaking and humorous, this coming-of-age story is a must read. Leila Abdelrazaq tells the story of her father Ahmads childhood growing up as a Palestinian refugee . . . . Abdelrazaq uses black and white illustration to great effect, playing with negative and positive space. The books continuing relevance makes it all the more powerful." —Allyce Amidon, Foreword Reviews Review Quote "Its an important story, presenting a personal account of a seemingly endless conflict that is far too often contextualized in terms of ideology, rather than human life. Historical context--the sectarian violence of Lebanon in the 70s--sheds light on key events often lost in the rhetoric, for a welcome look at the people caught up in endless political strife." -- Publishers Weekly Details ISBN1935982400 Author Leila Abdelrazaq Pages 128 Publisher Just World Books Language English ISBN-10 1935982400 ISBN-13 9781935982401 Media Book Format Paperback Year 2015 Imprint Just World Books Short Title BADDAWI Audience Age 12-15 DEWEY 305.89274092 Illustrations colour illustrations Publication Date 2015-04-01 Illustrator Leila Abdelrazaq UK Release Date 2015-04-01 Country of Publication United States AU Release Date 2015-04-01 NZ Release Date 2015-04-01 US Release Date 2015-04-01 Audience General We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:136584498;

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