Playing Atari with Saddam Hussein Based on a True Story
Playing Atari with Saddam Hussein Based on a True Story by Jennifer Roy is a reprint edition published by HarperCollins Publishers on September 17, 2019. This 176-page book is written in English and presents a narrative centered around eleven-year-old Ali Fadhil, whose life is dramatically altered when Iraq’s dictator, Saddam Hussein, engages in war with a coalition led by the United States in 1991. The story captures Ali’s experiences as he navigates the challenges of war, including bombings and food shortages, while holding onto his love for soccer, video games, and American television.
Readers will find a poignant exploration of family and sibling relationships set against the backdrop of historical events. The narrative provides insight into the everyday life of a child during a tumultuous time, highlighting themes of resilience and the impact of military conflict on civilians. Through Ali’s eyes, the book delves into social themes relevant to the Middle East and the experiences of those living in war-torn regions, offering a unique perspective on the intersection of childhood and conflict.
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At the start of 1991, eleven-year-old Ali Fadhil was consumed by his love for soccer, video games, and American television shows. Then, on January 17, Iraq’s dictator, Saddam Hussein, went to war with thirty-four nations led by the United States.
Over the next forty-three days, Ali and his family survived bombings, food shortages, and constant fear. Ali and his brothers played soccer on the abandoned streets of their Basra neighborhood, wondering when or if their medic father would return from the war front. Cinematic, accessible, and timely, this is the story of one ordinary kid’s view of life during war.
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