Nayeri, Dina
The Ungrateful Refugee
- ISBN 13:
- 9781786893499
- author:
- Nayeri, Dina
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Canongate Books Ltd.
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2019
- Pages:
- 384
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.9 x 2.3 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Biography, General, ,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
A powerful and thought-provoking memoir, The Ungrateful Refugee by Dina Nayeri is a vital account of one woman's journey as an asylum seeker. Born in Iran, Nayeri recounts her childhood in a refugee camp, where she lived with her mother and brother after fleeing persecution. Her story is woven together with those of other asylum seekers, revealing the complexities and challenges of seeking refuge in a new land. Through Nayeri's narrative, we gain insight into the lives of women, LGBTQ+ individuals, and translators who navigate the often-daunting process of presenting their stories to officials. This unflinching and deeply personal account recalibrates our understanding of the refugee experience, offering a nuanced exploration of hope, resilience, and the human cost of forced migration. a worthwhile read for anyone interested in contemporary social issues, The Ungrateful Refugee is a timely and important work that sheds light on the often-overlooked stories of asylum seekers.
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