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The narrative centers on a family's escape from their homeland, symbolized by a single suitcase filled with cherished photo albums. The oldest child reflects on the myriad expressions of love in Arabic, capturing experiences of friendship, longing, and emotional resilience. Vibrant watercolor illustrations enhance this poignant scrapbook, portraying the family's journey as they navigate an uncertain future while honoring their past. The book highlights themes of immigration and the refugee experience, emphasizing the universal connections that bind us all.
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Eleven Words for Love: A Journey Through Arabic Expressions of Love, Randa Abdel-Fattah
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- Released
- 2023
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- Title
- Eleven Words for Love: A Journey Through Arabic Expressions of Love
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Randa Abdel-Fattah
- Publisher
- Candlewick Press (MA)
- Released
- 2023
- Format
- Hardcover
- ISBN13
- 9781536230215
- Category
- Fairy tales / Children’s books, Esotericism and Religion, Motherhood and Parenthood, Young Adult
- Description
- The narrative centers on a family's escape from their homeland, symbolized by a single suitcase filled with cherished photo albums. The oldest child reflects on the myriad expressions of love in Arabic, capturing experiences of friendship, longing, and emotional resilience. Vibrant watercolor illustrations enhance this poignant scrapbook, portraying the family's journey as they navigate an uncertain future while honoring their past. The book highlights themes of immigration and the refugee experience, emphasizing the universal connections that bind us all.