Description
Discover the powerful story of Amina in 'Amina: Through My Eyes', a poignant novel set against the backdrop of Somalia's civil war. This gripping tale, published in 2013, follows young Amina as she navigates the chaos of her war-torn environment, revealing the strength and resilience of a girl facing unimaginable circumstances. As government forces target her father for his art and her brother is forcibly recruited as a soldier, Amina is left feeling vulnerable yet determined. In the face of adversity, she turns to creating artwork in secret, transforming her pain into hope. These expressive pieces give voice to the silent cries of her community and challenge the dangers of censorship in a time of political unrest. This beautifully illustrated book, suitable for young readers and adults alike, serves as an essential reminder of the power of creativity and expression in the hardest times. A tale that resonates with themes of courage, loss, and resilience, 'Amina: Through My Eyes' is a must-read. Order now and embark on this journey of art and survival.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781743312490
Year: 2013
Publisher: A&U Children's
Pages: 192
We provide fast and reliable delivery service covering various regions. Shop with us and explore the deeper meaning behind Amina's journey.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781743312490
Year: 2013
Publisher: A&U Children's
Pages: 192
Description:
Amina lives on the edges of Mogadishu. Her family's house has been damaged in Somalia's long civil war, but they continue to live there, reluctant to leave their home. Amina's world is shattered when government forces come to arrest her father because his art has been officially censored, deemed too political. Then rebel forces kidnap Amina's brother, forcing him to become a soldier in Somalia's brutal ongoing war.
Although her mother and grandmother are still with her, Amina feels vulnerable and abandoned. Secretly, she begins to create her own artwork in the streets and the derelict buildings to give herself a sense of hope and to let out the burden of her heart. Her artwork explodes into Mogadishu's underground world, providing a voice for people all over the city who hope for a better, more secure future.
'This touching story brings home vividly the dangers of creating art that seeks to be true - and all the more so during a vicious civil war, interwoven with religious extremism. Thankfully, Amina's teenage curiosity and courage also signal hope.' - Beverley Naidoo, author of Carnegie Medal Winner The Other Side of Truth
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781743312490
Year: 2013
Publisher: A&U Children's
Pages: 192
We provide fast and reliable delivery service covering various regions. Shop with us and explore the deeper meaning behind Amina's journey.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781743312490
Year: 2013
Publisher: A&U Children's
Pages: 192
Description:
Amina lives on the edges of Mogadishu. Her family's house has been damaged in Somalia's long civil war, but they continue to live there, reluctant to leave their home. Amina's world is shattered when government forces come to arrest her father because his art has been officially censored, deemed too political. Then rebel forces kidnap Amina's brother, forcing him to become a soldier in Somalia's brutal ongoing war.
Although her mother and grandmother are still with her, Amina feels vulnerable and abandoned. Secretly, she begins to create her own artwork in the streets and the derelict buildings to give herself a sense of hope and to let out the burden of her heart. Her artwork explodes into Mogadishu's underground world, providing a voice for people all over the city who hope for a better, more secure future.
'This touching story brings home vividly the dangers of creating art that seeks to be true - and all the more so during a vicious civil war, interwoven with religious extremism. Thankfully, Amina's teenage curiosity and courage also signal hope.' - Beverley Naidoo, author of Carnegie Medal Winner The Other Side of Truth