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Soraya the Storyteller
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The black horse gallops faster. The ground is shaking, the dirt at my feet curls like a wave. We will not make it, I scream, and I wake before we can be crushed.
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Soraya the Storyteller by Rosanne Hawke tells the poignant tale of Soraya, an 11-year-old asylum seeker from Afghanistan living under the shadow of a temporary protection visa. Soraya and her family embark on a new journey as they settle in a South Australian town.
For the first time, Soraya attends school, having previously been taught at home. Determined to succeed, she studies diligently with the hope of advancing to a higher class, which would increase her chances of staying in Australia. Along the way, she begins to forge new friendships, not only with classmates but also with the 'possum man' who resides in her street.
Soraya is haunted by memories of her past in Kabul, where her older sister and brother lost their lives, and her beloved brother Qamar was forcibly recruited by the Taliban. The pain of losing her father, who died in prison, lingers. She recalls the arduous journey to Australia and the year spent in a detention centre, marking their path to seeking refuge.
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Soraya the Storyteller by Rosanne Hawke is praised for its poignant exploration of themes like identity and cultural displacement. Reviewers often note the powerful storytelling and the way it educates readers about refugee experiences. The narrative's depth and authenticity in portraying Soraya's journey resonate with audiences, offering both young adult readers and adults valuable insights into resilience and hope.
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ISBN: 9780734407092
Publisher: Hachette Australia
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 01 May 2004
Country: Australia
Imprint: Lothian Children's Books
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 13.0mm
Width: 130.0mm
Height: 195.0mm
Weight: 140g
Pages: 176
About the Author
Rosanne Hawke lived as aid worker in the North-west Frontier Province of Pakistan for many years. Her other books include Borderland , Wolfchild (shortlisted for the Aurealis Awards), Zenna Dare and Sailmaker in the 2005 CBCA Book of the Year Awards. Rosanne teaches part time at Adelaide TAFE and is completing a PhD at the University of Adelaide.
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