Read Laila Lalami's novel
In the overture to this compelling collection of linked short stories, Moroccans desperate for better lives take the risk of trusting a smuggler to carry them across the Strait of Gibraltar to Spain. First-time author Lalami then circles back to tell the stories of what led up to their attempted escapes and reveals what follows their harrowing journeys, offering telling glimpses into contemporary Morocco and perceptive renderings of the troubles that force people to leave the world they know for a strange and hostile place. Writing with entrancing lucidity and perfect pacing, Lalami deftly portrays Murad, who studied English literature yet is reduced to offering himself as a guide to tourists seeking the haunts of writer Paul Bowles; Halima, who must take radical steps to escape her violent and impecunious husband; and poor, seemingly radically pious yet hypocritical Faten, who cannot find respectable employment. The Arab American National Museum's mission is to document, preserve, celebrate, and educate the public on the history, life, culture and contributions of Arab Americans. We serve as a resource to enhance knowledge and understanding about Arab Americans and their presence in this country.The AANM is located at:
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posted by DangerousDerrida at Tuesday, September 19, 2006
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