Descripción

A Day In The Life Of Abed Salama

Author: Nathan Thrall
ISBN: 9781802060041
Publisher: Allen Lane
Format: Paperback

Synopsis:
A Day In The Life Of Abed Salama by Nathan Thrall is a gripping and deeply human account of life under occupation in the West Bank. The book centers on Abed Salama, a Palestinian father, as he experiences the unimaginable—a tragic school bus accident involving his son. Thrall uses this single day to weave a powerful narrative that exposes the intricate layers of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

Through meticulous reporting and poignant storytelling, Thrall explores the daily realities of Palestinians living under occupation, including the bureaucratic obstacles, systemic inequities, and human cost of political divisions. Abed’s personal tragedy becomes a lens to examine the broader socio-political landscape, capturing voices from all sides of the conflict with empathy and precision.

This compelling and thought-provoking book offers a profound exploration of resilience, loss, and the complexities of identity and justice in one of the most contentious regions in the world.

Key Features:

• Genre: Nonfiction, political reportage, human interest
• Themes: Occupation, resilience, systemic injustice, family
• Audience: Readers interested in current affairs, Middle Eastern politics, and human rights
• Pages: 272
• Language: English
• Format: Paperback

Why read A Day In The Life Of Abed Salama?

• Provides an intimate perspective on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
• Combines rigorous journalism with powerful storytelling.
• Illuminates the human cost of political strife with compassion and clarity.