Focusing on bravery and resilience, this memoir recounts the experiences of Daoud Hari, a young man who becomes a vital witness to the genocide in Darfur. Through his eyes, readers gain insight into the harrowing realities faced by his community, as well as the impact of his efforts to bring attention to their plight. The narrative blends suspense with a deeply personal journey, highlighting how one individual's courage can influence the broader narrative of human rights and justice.
A Tribesman's Memoir of Darfur
A young Zaghawa tribesman from the Darfur region of the Sudan describes his escape from the attack that destroyed his village, his struggle for survival, his role as a translator and the dangers he confronted, his ultimate capture, and his new life
Daoud Hari lost a way of life in Darfur. But amidst the carnage and turmoil, he found a new calling. As a Zaghawa tribesman in the Darfur region of Sudan, Daoud Hari grew up racing camels, attending weddings and playing games. But in 2003, helicopter gunships swooped down on Darfur's villages and shattered that way of life for ever.