Imagine fleeing from your home as a result of war. Who would come with you? What items would you choose to bring? Where would you go? How terrible would your situation have to be to make you decide to take such an arduous journey?
This book is one stop shop for easy-to-understand summaries of the conflicts in seven Middle Eastern countries- Afghanistan, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Lebanon, Syria and Yemen. It also expresses deep dives into the personal stories of the innocent civilians suffering and fleeing from these countries. This book reveals important details that are often overlooked, or misunderstood, regarding Middle Eastern conflicts and culture. People of all walks of life will find a keen interest in the hidden truths revealed in this book.
Refugee Realities is a collection of in-depth interviews that leave the reader with extensive knowledge of the conflicts of the Middle East and how they affect civilians. It also strategically offers students and teachers discussion ideas for the classroom setting. The book defines important vocabulary for young readers, enhancing understanding of high level topics for young minds. Every chapter ends with unique and heartwarming messages from the refugees who revealed their souls so that the reader may understand what it really means to survive and overcome.
"Every refugee has a story to tell, but not every story will be heard. Tara Seger is changing that. Through her intense study of the unique relationships that have led to conflict in the Middle East, she has entered the minds of refugees to reveal the immense suffering and heartache of life in the war-torn societies of that region. She has given us not only a glimpse into the hardships of being a refugee but has written a tour-de-force that should be required reading in schools throughout the nation."
-Paul F. Caranci, Historian and Author of "Wired", " The Promise of Fatima", and several other titles
"'Refugee Realities' reveals dire situations that most of us cannot even fathom. The refugees in this book taught me to understand, and not judge, people from different backgrounds. Empathizing with the refugees in this book gave me a new appreciation for what I thought I was entitled to, such as a home and my citizenship."
-Brooklyn Castonguay, Scituate High School Student
Purchase of this book comes with a 15% off coupon code for a one-on-one, or a full-class, conversation with a refugee through NaTakallam. (details inside) A portion of all proceeds is donated to refugee causes.
