I Remember Beirut
I Remember Beirut by Zeina Abirached is an illustrated work published by Lerner Publishing Group on August 1, 2014. This 96-page book presents a collection of wartime memories from the author’s childhood in Lebanon, specifically during the tumultuous period of conflict in Beirut. Through her unique perspective, Abirached captures the stark realities of life amidst the violence, offering insights into her experiences growing up in a city divided by war.
Readers will find a poignant exploration of her past, depicted through striking black-and-white artwork that enhances the narrative. The book delves into themes of survival and resilience, as Abirached recounts moments such as navigating streets marked by conflict and collecting remnants of war. This edition provides a visual and emotional account of her life, making it a significant contribution to the genres of young adult nonfiction and graphic novels, while also reflecting on cultural and historical contexts.
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Zeina Abirached, author of the award-winning graphic novel A Game for Swallows, returns with a powerful collection of wartime memories.
Abirached was born in Lebanon in 1981. She grew up in Beirut as fighting between Christians and Muslims divided the city streets. Follow her past cars riddled with bullet holes, into taxi cabs that travel where buses refuse to go, and on outings to collect shrapnel from the sidewalk.
With striking black-and-white artwork, Abirached recalls the details of ordinary life inside a war zone.
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