Hakim's Odyssey: Book 1: From Syria to Turkey

Hakim's Odyssey is a powerful graphic novel that tells the story of a young Syrian refugee's journey through war-torn countries. It highlights the human cost of conflict and the struggles of people forced to flee their homes. The novel is a necessary read for our time, offering hope and heartbreak in equal measure.

\n Format: Hardback
\n Length: 272 pages
\n Publication date: 02 November 2021
\n Publisher: Pennsylvania State University Press
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A remarkable tale of a human journey through an inhumane world. What does it truly mean to be a "refugee"? It is quite easy for those who enjoy relative freedom to overlook or even demonize individuals who have been compelled to leave their homes. After all, it can be challenging to empathize with others' experiences when you have not walked in their shoes.

In Hakim's Odyssey, we witness firsthand the devastating impact of war on individuals, transforming them into refugees. Hakim, a young and successful Syrian, shares his story of how war uprooted his life, leaving behind his family, friends, home, and business. After the outbreak of the Syrian uprising in 2011, Hakim was unjustly arrested and subjected to torture. His hometown was bombed, his business was seized by the army, and members of his family were either arrested or went missing. This first leg of his odyssey follows Hakim as he embarks on a perilous journey from Syria to Lebanon, Lebanon to Jordan, and finally Jordan to Turkey, where he struggles to eke out a living and holds onto the hope of one day returning to his homeland.

This graphic novel is an essential read for our times. It oscillates between hope and despair, telling the story of what it means to be human in a world that often falls short of being humane. Hakim's Odyssey is a testament to the resilience and strength of the human spirit, even in the face of unimaginable adversity. It serves as a reminder that we must never forget the plight of refugees and work towards creating a more compassionate and inclusive world for all.

\n Weight: 802g\n
Dimension: 172 x 236 x 34 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781637790007\n \n