Aldarra, Suad
I Don't Want to Talk About Home: A migrant's search for belonging
- ISBN 13:
- 9781529177138
- author:
- Aldarra, Suad
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Penguin (Transworld)
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2023
- Pages:
- 320
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.7 x 1.9 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Biography, Science & Technology, Biography,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Suad Aldarra's memoir is a powerful exploration of the human experience of migration and displacement. Born in conservative Saudi Arabia, she recounts her journey from feeling stifled by traditional expectations to finding freedom in the vibrant streets of her family's origin. When war broke out, her life was turned upside down, and she was forced to navigate a treacherous landscape in search of safety. Aldarra's story is not a traditional memoir of war and destruction, but rather a deeply personal and insightful account of building a new life from the rubble of her old one. With a degree in software engineering, she was able to secure a working visa in Ireland, but the journey to safety came at a significant cost. This is a captivating and illuminating account of one woman's struggle to find belonging in a new world. Through her story, Aldarra sheds light on the complexities of identity, culture, and belonging, offering a nuanced and thought-provoking exploration of the human experience.
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