Books matching: survival during genocide
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Save:'In the Shadow of the Banyan' by Vaddey Ratner is a fictionalized memoir that vividly portrays the horrors of life in Cambodia during the Khmer Rouge regime through the eyes of a child. The story follows seven-year-old Raami and her family as they face the brutality of the Organization, struggle to survive, and find solace in storytelling and poetry amidst great hardship and tragedy. The author's lyrical and poetic writing style beautifully captures the emotional turmoil and resilience of the characters, leaving a haunting impact on the readers.
War entered my childhood world not with the blasts of rockets and bombs but with my father’s footsteps as he walked through the hallway, passing my bedroom toward his. I heard the door open and shut w... Left to Tell by Immaculee Ilibagiza is a gripping account of survival during the Rwandan genocide in 1994. The book details Immaculee's harrowing experience of hiding in a tiny bathroom with other Tutsi women while the genocide raged around them. Despite the horrors she witnessed, Immaculee's narrative is filled with messages of forgiveness, faith, and hope. The writing style is described as vivid and detailed, painting a suspenseful and heartbreaking picture of the destruction happening outside her hiding place.
Immaculee's story is not just about survival, but also about the power of forgiveness and the strength found in her relationship with God. The book portrays her journey of healing and the importance of forgiveness, even towards those who caused her immense pain. It is a story of resilience, faith, and the triumph of the human spirit in the face of unimaginable tragedy.
Rwanda is a tiny country set like a jewel in central Africa. She is so breathtakingly beautiful that it’s impossible not to see the hand of God in her lush, rolling hills; mist-shrouded mountains; gre...- #3
Save:'The Forty Days of Musa Dagh' by Franz Werfel is a detailed historical fiction novel that depicts the resistance efforts of Armenian villagers against the Turkish army during the Armenian Genocide of 1915. Set on Musa Dagh Mountain in Syria, the story follows Gabriel Bagradian, an Ottoman officer, as he leads the villagers in armed resistance for forty days. The novel intricately weaves together themes of faith, survival, and cultural heritage, providing vivid descriptions of everyday life amidst the turmoil of war. The narrative captures the complex emotions and relationships between Armenian, Turkish, and French characters, offering a compelling portrayal of a dark chapter in history.
Gabriel Bagradian really spoke these solitary words without knowing it. Nor did they frame a question, but something indefinite, a kind of ceremonious amazement, which completely, utterly filled him. ... 'The Girl Who Smiled Beads' by Clemantine Wamariya is a powerful memoir recounting the experiences of a young Rwandan refugee who, along with her sister, fled the genocide in their native country in 1994. The narrative follows their journey through various African countries, refugee camps, and eventual resettlement in the United States. Wamariya's writing style is raw, emotional, and honest, providing an intimate look into the life of a refugee and the lasting impacts of such traumatic experiences.
When I was a regular child, I lived in Kigali, Rwanda, and I was a precocious snoop. My nickname was Cassette. I repeated everything I saw or heard, including that my sister Claire, who was nine years..."An Ordinary Man: An Autobiography" by Paul Rusesabagina delves into the harrowing events of the Rwandan genocide in 1994, where Hutus turned against Tutsis in a systematic ethnic cleansing campaign. Through Rusesabagina's firsthand experiences and insights, the book explores the deep-rooted history, culture, and personal relationships that contributed to the atrocities. The narrative unfolds with a gentle and self-deprecating tone, reminiscent of storytelling by an African elder, weaving together personal anecdotes, historical context, and societal reflections to paint a vivid picture of the horrors faced by both Tutsis and Hutus during the genocide.
I WAS BORN on the side of a steep hill in the summer of 1954. My father was a farmer, my mother his helper. Our house was made of mud and sticks. We were about a mile away from the nearest village. Th...
