In the Sea There Are Crocodiles

Name: In the Sea There Are Crocodiles
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SKU: 9780099555452
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By Fabio Geda

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In the Sea There Are Crocodiles by Fabio Geda is a compelling story based on true events, following a young Afghan boy named Enaiatollah as he embarks on a perilous journey across multiple countries in search of safety and a better life. Through his resilience and courage, Enaiatollah encounters various challenges and kindnesses that shape his developing understanding of the world. This poignant tale highlights the struggles and hopes of a child navigating through uncertain circumstances.
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You might like this book if you are drawn to powerful stories of resilience and survival. This tale, based on true events, follows a young boy's harrowing journey from Afghanistan to Italy, offering an inspiring perspective on courage and the human spirit in the face of adversity. It's a compelling choice for those interested in real-life human stories and global issues.

In the Sea There Are Crocodiles

My mother decided it was better to know I was in danger far from her; but on the way to a different future, than to know I was in danger near her; This is the heartbreaking, unforgettable story of his journey from Afghanistan to Italy in an attempt to find a safe place to live.

A beautiful, heartbreaking novel based on the true story of an Afghan boy's journey in search of a place to call home.

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A beautiful, heartbreaking novel based on the true story of an Afghan boy's journey in search of a place to call home.

I read somewhere that the decision to emigrate comes from a need to breathe.

The hope of a better life is stronger than any other feeling. My mother decided it was better to know I was in danger far from her; but on the way to a different future, than to know I was in danger near her; but stuck in the same old fear.

At the age of ten, Enaiatollah Akbari was left alone to fend for himself. This is the heartbreaking, unforgettable story of his journey from Afghanistan to Italy in an attempt to find a safe place to live.

In the Sea There Are Crocodiles is a deeply moving narrative that captures the resilience of the human spirit in the face of overwhelming odds.

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In the Sea There Are Crocodiles by Fabio Geda is praised for its honest and compelling portrayal of the trials faced by a young asylum-seeker, providing a poignant and insightful narrative. The book is described as moving and beautifully written, evoking both sorrow and joy. It effectively captures the constant threats of arrest and deportation, highlighting the remarkable courage of its protagonist amidst severe challenges.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780099555452

Publisher: Vintage Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 05 July 2012

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Vintage

Contributors:

Translated by Howard Curtis
Translated by Howard Curtis

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 14.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 197.0mm

Weight: 160g

Pages: 224

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Biography & Memoir Fabio Geda Fiction General Fiction Literary Fiction Penguin Books

About the Author

Born in Turin in 1972, Fabio Geda is an Italian novelist who works with children in difficulties. He writes for several Italian magazines and newspapers, and teaches creative writing at the Italian school of storytelling, Scuola Holden, in Turin. This is his first book to be translated into English.