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The narrative explores the harrowing journeys of individuals fleeing persecution and seeking asylum in the UK. Through a modern retelling inspired by Chaucer's Canterbury Tales, it highlights the struggles of those who face indefinite detention, emphasizing their loss and longing for belonging. The collection features contributions from poets and novelists, creating a platform for these voices to be heard. Central to the themes are hospitality and the importance of listening, fostering a sense of community and understanding amidst the challenges of seeking refuge.
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Refugee Tales, Jackie Kay, Olivia Laing, Rachel Holmes, Caroline Bergvall, Josh Cohen
- Language
- Released
- 2017
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- Title
- Refugee Tales
- Subtitle
- Volume II
- Language
- English
- Publisher
- Comma Press
- Released
- 2017
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 144
- ISBN13
- 9781910974308
- Category
- Fiction
- Description
- The narrative explores the harrowing journeys of individuals fleeing persecution and seeking asylum in the UK. Through a modern retelling inspired by Chaucer's Canterbury Tales, it highlights the struggles of those who face indefinite detention, emphasizing their loss and longing for belonging. The collection features contributions from poets and novelists, creating a platform for these voices to be heard. Central to the themes are hospitality and the importance of listening, fostering a sense of community and understanding amidst the challenges of seeking refuge.