Ibtisam Barakat Book order

The narrative follows Tamam Al-Akhal, a celebrated Palestinian artist, as she reflects on her childhood in Jaffa, a city she left 75 years ago during the Nakba. Through her dreams of returning home, the story explores themes of nostalgia, identity, and the lasting impact of displacement. The beautifully crafted illustrations complement the poignant tale of longing and the connection to one's roots, making it a heartfelt tribute to both personal and collective histories.

A stand-alone companion to the award-winning Tasting the Sky, this young adult memoir further examines the author's childhood in Palestine.

In this ground-breaking memoir set in Ramallah during the aftermath of the 1967 Six-Day War, lbtisam Barakat captures what it is like to be a child whose world is shattered by war.