Experience a poignant journey through one boy's harrowing escape in 'Die Walking', a powerful memoir that reflects the brutal reality of genocide in Rwanda. This compelling account centers around Obadiah, a thirteen-year-old boy whose dreams of becoming an airplane pilot were shattered amidst the violence of 1994. As he navigates the chaos of Kigali during a time when thousands were fleeing for their lives, Obadiah embodies the spirit of resilience and hope amidst despair. Through detailed narration, readers will gain insight into the challenges faced by refugees, including the horrific American detention system, which adds another layer of complexity to Obadiah's story. This beautifully captured narrative highlights the African philosophy of Ubuntu, emphasizing shared humanity even in the darkest times. 'Die Walking', published by House of Anansi in 2022, is not just a memoir; it's a haunting reflection on survival, faith, and the enduring nature of human connection. Ideal for readers interested in memoirs of survival, historical accounts, and the exploration of cultural identity, this trade paperback (ISBN: 9781487009724) is a must-read for understanding the human condition during extreme adversity. Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.

Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781487009724
Format: Trade paperback (US)
Year: 2022
Publisher: House of Anansi


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In the spirit of Night by Elie Wiesel, Die Walking is the memoir of a Rwandan boy escaping genocide.

In 1994, Obadiah was the thirteen-year-old son of a Hutu pastor dreaming of becoming an airplane pilot when he heard something was wrong in Kigali, Rwanda. He didn’t understand the politics, but an uncle appeared, a family meeting was held, then they were fleeing genocide. They were under gunfire. Soldiers were in pursuit. Everywhere were bodies, hunger, that smell. Stalked by terror, Obadiah kept moving through unrelenting danger and the darkest despair. He was sustained by faith and the African philosophy of Ubuntu — finding one’s self through others. But not even escape led to safety, as Obadiah had to face the American refugee detention system. Die Walking is one boy’s horrific story of shared humanity in a world gone mad.