The Clothesline Swing

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By Ahmad Danny Ramadan

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Summary

The Clothesline Swing by Ahmad Danny Ramadan is a poignant tale inspired by One Thousand and One Nights. It follows the journey of two lovers who flee from their home in war-torn Syria to find safety and hope in a new country. The story delves into themes of memory, love, and the enduring human spirit, weaving together elements of mythology and deeply personal narratives.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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You might enjoy this book if you're captivated by stories that blend rich folklore with modern-day realities, as it intricately weaves personal and historical narratives through a unique perspective on love, loss, and identity. Its exploration of Syrian culture, infused with magical realism, could particularly appeal to readers interested in diverse cultural tales and emotional depth.

The Clothesline Swing

An enthralling tale of love and courage that weaves through the mountains of Syria, the valleys of Lebanon, the encircling seas of Turkey, the heat of Egypt and finally, to the hope of a new home in Canada.

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The Clothesline Swing tells the epic story of two lovers anchored to the memory of a dying Syria. One is Hakawati, the storyteller keeping life in forward motion by relaying remembered fables to his dying partner. Each night he weaves stories of his childhood in Damascus, of the cruelty he has endured for his sexuality, of leaving home, of war, of his fated meeting with his lover.

Meanwhile, Death himself, in his dark cloak, shares the house with the two men, eavesdropping on their secrets as he awaits their final undoing.

Striking account of growing up gay in Syria. - Irish Times

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Ahmad Danny Ramadan's The Clothesline Swing has been praised for its enchanting storytelling, reflecting the tradition of One Thousand and One Nights as it weaves through various countries. Reviews highlight its ability to transport readers across different landscapes and cultures, while capturing poignant moments that portray the hardships faced by minority communities. The narrative is lauded for its depth, dealing compassionately with universal themes and drawing readers into its hopeful yet complex portrayal of displacement and identity.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781999683368

Publisher: The Indigo Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 02 May 2019

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: The Indigo Press

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 17.0mm

Width: 138.0mm

Height: 216.0mm

Weight: 259g

Pages: 220

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Ahmad Danny Ramadan Contemporary Romance Fiction General Fiction Literary Fiction Romance

About the Author

Ahmad Danny Ramadan is a Syrian-Canadian author, public speaker, storyteller and an LGBTQ-refugee activist.

The Clothesline Swing was published to acclaim in Canada in 2017, winning the Independent Publisher Gold Medal for LGBT Fiction among numerous other accolades, and was shortlisted for the 2018 Lambda Award for Gay Fiction.