How Europe is Changing

Born in 1954 in Iran, the author joined an underground movement against oppressive regimes before seeking asylum in the Netherlands in 1988. Adopting the pen name Kader Abdolah, he honed his Dutch language skills and achieved literary success starting in 1993. This collection features fifty of his insightful columns, showcasing his unique perspective on the significant transformations in Europe due to immigration. Abdolah is recognized as a prominent voice in contemporary Dutch literature, engaging deeply with cultural and social issues.