The Translator (3M)
It is almost always easier to learn about history through historical fiction or current world events through memoirs, and this book is no exception. Daoud Hari gives us a harrowing account of his experiences translating for various media outlets in the Darfur region. The violence in Darfur, especially toward women and children, is unspeakable. Though […]
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The Translator (Amy)
For those of us living in the United States, the suffering that goes on in other parts of the world is unimaginable. Darfur is one of the places where such suffering takes place. Genocide is occurring there and military power is constantly shifting. The reasons for this are complicated. However, this book contains an appendix […]
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The Translator (Caribousmom)
It says everything about this land to know that even the mountains are not to be trusted, and that the crunching sound under your camel’s hooves are usually human bones, hidden and revealed as the wind pleases. -From The Translator, page 20-
Daoud Hari’s memoir about the genocide occurring in Darfur is beautifully and simply wrought, […]
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The Translator (Jill)
Daoud Hari, as a translator of many languages, knows how important words can be. During his entire life, Hari followed the “pen is mightier than the sword” philosophy by providing translation services to journalists writing about the genocide and the horrible circumstances of his homeland, Darfur, Sudan. His adventures and reflections came to life in […]
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The Translator (Literary Feline)
Rating: 4 Stars
First Sentence: I am sure you know how important it can be to get a good phone signal.
Reason for Reading: I was interested in learning more about the current conflict in Darfur. I received this book through the LibraryThing’s Early Review Program.
Comments: Last summer as I immersed myself in […]
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