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Discover the heartwarming journey of Samir in 'The Leash and the Ball,' a captivating novel about an Iraqi refugee navigating life and friendships in a new country. This trade paperback, published in 2023 by World Editions, brings to life Samir's comedic and poignant explorations of integration after nine challenging years in a Dutch asylum center. As he learns that having a dog is pivotal for making friends in the western world, readers will resonate with his relatable struggles and triumphs. This compelling story eloquently portrays the meaning of home and belonging, offering profound insights that reflect on the contemporary refugee experience. Perfect for those who enjoy heartfelt adventures and thought-provoking narratives, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the challenges of displacement and the pursuit of community. Samir's story is not just about finding a friend in a dog; it's about discovering himself amidst the complexities of a new life. Order today and embrace this extraordinary tale that promises to lighten your heart and broaden your perspective. Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Condition: BRAND NEW. ISBN: 9781642861129. Format: Trade paperback (US). Year: 2023. Publisher: World Editions.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781642861129
Format: Trade paperback (US)
Year: 2023
Publisher: World Editions
Description:
After nine years in a Dutch asylum center, an Iraqi refugee tries to start a new life as a European citizen and discovers that to make friends in the western world, you need a dog.
After nine years in a Dutch asylum center, Samir finally has the chance to start his new life as a European citizen. But it’s a full-time occupation for him to discover what integration really means. Happily, this distracts him from what is happening in his native land, Iraq, and from Leda, who stole his heart in the first village he stayed in after being granted refugee status. In this hilarious adventure story, we follow the lovable and gritty Samir as he talks his way into every type of accommodation to be found in this new country full of incomprehensible rules and habits. His perspective provides profound, sometimes painful insights about the West, in this timely exploration of the meaning of home, and making oneself at home against all odds.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781642861129
Format: Trade paperback (US)
Year: 2023
Publisher: World Editions
Description:
After nine years in a Dutch asylum center, an Iraqi refugee tries to start a new life as a European citizen and discovers that to make friends in the western world, you need a dog.
After nine years in a Dutch asylum center, Samir finally has the chance to start his new life as a European citizen. But it’s a full-time occupation for him to discover what integration really means. Happily, this distracts him from what is happening in his native land, Iraq, and from Leda, who stole his heart in the first village he stayed in after being granted refugee status. In this hilarious adventure story, we follow the lovable and gritty Samir as he talks his way into every type of accommodation to be found in this new country full of incomprehensible rules and habits. His perspective provides profound, sometimes painful insights about the West, in this timely exploration of the meaning of home, and making oneself at home against all odds.