Tazmamart

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18 Years in Morocco’s Secret Prison

By Aziz BineBine

Summary

Tazmamart by Aziz BineBine is a gripping memoir recounting the harrowing experiences of the author during his imprisonment in the secret Moroccan prison of Tazmamart. After being implicated in a failed military coup, BineBine and his fellow captives endure years of unimaginable hardship in an isolated and inhumane environment. Through resilience and hope, the narrative captures the indomitable human spirit against the backdrop of despair.
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You might enjoy this book if you're interested in deeply personal and harrowing stories of survival and resilience. The memoir sheds light on the human spirit's ability to endure extreme hardship, providing a vivid account of life in one of the most infamous prisons. It's a powerful testament to perseverance and hope against all odds.

This is the true story of Aziz BineBine who, unwittingly entangled in a failed coup against King Hassan II, found himself locked in prison thought to be a mere horror story: Tazmamart. Set to become a cult classic of survival literature, Tazmamart is a hellish journey through the abyss of despair – and out the other side.

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A memoir from a political prisoner in Morocco's notorious Tazmamart prison.

On July 10, 1971, during birthday celebrations for King Hassan II of Morocco, attendant officers and cadets opened fire on visiting dignitaries. A young officer, Aziz BineBine, arrived late and witnessed the ensuing massacre without firing a single shot, yet he would spend the next two decades in a political prison hidden in the Atlas Mountains—Tazmamart.

Conditions in this now-infamous prison were nightmarish. The dark, underground cells, too small for standing up in, exposed prisoners to extreme weather, overflowing sewage, and disease-ridden rats. Forgetting life outside his cell—his past, his family, his friends—and clinging to God, BineBine resolved to survive.

Tazmamart: 18 Years in Morocco’s Secret Prison is a memorial to BineBine and his fellow inmates’ sacrifice. This searing tale of endurance offers an unfiltered depiction of the agonizing life of a political prisoner.

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Aziz BineBine’s Tazmamart is lauded for its poignant and deeply moving account of his arbitrary imprisonment, demonstrating human fortitude and imagination amidst despair. The narrative, though less artful than ghostwritten counterparts, is valued for its authenticity and profound impact. While heart-wrenching, the book is described as compulsively readable and uplifting, providing a testament to the indomitable human spirit.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781913368135

Publisher: Haus Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 15 March 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Haus Publishing

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 224

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Aziz BineBine Biography & Memoir Education & Reference Non-Fiction

About the Author

Aziz BineBine is a Moroccan author, former army officer, and survivor of Tazmamart prison. He now lives in Marrakech. Lulu Norman is a writer, translator, and editor who lives in London. She has translated Albert Cossery, Mahmoud Darwish, Tahar Ben Jelloun, and the songs of Serge Gainsbourg and has written for national newspapers, including the London Review of Books.