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Discover the powerful narrative in 'The True American: Murder and Mercy in Texas' by Anand Giridharadas. This poignant work of narrative non-fiction explores the intertwined lives of Raisuddin Bhuiyan, a former Bangladeshi Air Force officer, and Mark Stroman, who became known as an 'American terrorist' after the tragic events of 9/11. As Bhuiyan tried to pursue his American dream, his life was shattered when he was brutally shot in the face by Stroman. This gripping story delves deep into themes of forgiveness, mercy, and the complex relationship between immigrants and American society. In a remarkable twist, Bhuiyan, years later, advocates for mercy by attempting to save Stroman from execution, highlighting the struggle between justice and compassion. This compelling tale also raises questions about identity, culture, and the convergence of Islam and the West, making it essential reading for anyone interested in contemporary social issues. With 336 pages of heart-wrenching narratives, 'The True American' is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the power of forgiveness in the face of adversity. This BRAND NEW book, published by W W Norton & Company in 2015, comes with free shipping. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Note: Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Get your copy today and delve into a story that challenges our perceptions of justice and humanity.
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: 9780393350791
Year: 2015
Publisher: W W Norton & Company
Pages: 336
Description:
Anand Giridharadas's deeply moving new work of narrative non-fiction tells the story of Raisuddin Bhuiyan, a former Bangladeshi Air Force officer who moved to America with a dream of starting a new life. That dream falters when, after 9/11, Mark Stroman, a self-declared "American terrorist" walked into the Dallas corner shop where Bhuiyan worked and shot him in the face, nearly ending his life. Then, a decade after the shooting, in a remarkable act of mercy, Bhuiyan forgave Stroman and fought a legal battle against Governor Rick Perry, in the name of Shariah law and the US Constitution, attempting to spare from execution the man who tried to kill him.
The True American is about America's love-hate relationship with immigrants, about the meeting of Islam and the West and about whether we choose who we become or let ourselves be hemmed in by history.
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: 9780393350791
Year: 2015
Publisher: W W Norton & Company
Pages: 336
Description:
Anand Giridharadas's deeply moving new work of narrative non-fiction tells the story of Raisuddin Bhuiyan, a former Bangladeshi Air Force officer who moved to America with a dream of starting a new life. That dream falters when, after 9/11, Mark Stroman, a self-declared "American terrorist" walked into the Dallas corner shop where Bhuiyan worked and shot him in the face, nearly ending his life. Then, a decade after the shooting, in a remarkable act of mercy, Bhuiyan forgave Stroman and fought a legal battle against Governor Rick Perry, in the name of Shariah law and the US Constitution, attempting to spare from execution the man who tried to kill him.
The True American is about America's love-hate relationship with immigrants, about the meeting of Islam and the West and about whether we choose who we become or let ourselves be hemmed in by history.