Behind you is the sea

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This is a compelling debut that fearlessly challenges stereotypes surrounding Palestinian culture. With humour and poignancy, this book delves into the intimate lives of three primary Palestinian immigrant families in America – the Baladis, the Salamehs, and the Ammars – whose destinies and struggles electrify the community dynamics, occasionally sparking tension and turmoil. Through shifting perspectives, it intricately weaves a rich social tapestry filled with weddings, funerals, shattered hearts, and closely-guarded secrets. This captivating narrative amplifies the voices of a diverse Palestinian community, capturing the struggles of young activists pushing against tradition and the marginalised labouring for survival.

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Behind You Is the Sea is a compelling debut that fearlessly challenges stereotypes surrounding Palestinian culture.

‘Intergenerational differences ? are explored from both sides with keen-eyed humanity and understanding’ Marie Claire

‘Funny and beautifully written’ Stylist Magazine

‘A rich panoply of a community‘ Crack Magazine Book of the Month

‘Wonderful ? A novel about ordinary people fighting for what they believe to be right’ Irish Independent

‘A poignant reminder of our shared humanity ? brimming with hope and empathy’ Irish Times

Funny and touching, Behind You Is the Sea brings us into the homes and lives of three main families – the Baladis, the Salamehs and the Ammars – Palestinian immigrants who’ve all found a different welcome in America. Their various fates and struggles cause their community dynamic to sizzle and sometimes explode, as their lives intersect across divides of class, generation and religion.

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Dimensions 19.8 × 12.9 cm
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Cover

Paperback
Pages

256
Language

English
Edition

1st paperback ed
Dewey

813.6 (edition:23)
Readership

General – Trade / Code: K

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