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The Arab of the Future 2: A Childhood in the Middle East, 19841985: A Graphic Memoir,Used
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The highly anticipated continuation of Riad Sattoufs internationally acclaimed, #1 French bestseller, which was hailed by The New York Times as a disquieting yet essential readIn The Arab of the Future: Volume 1, cartoonist Riad Sattouf tells of the first years of his childhood as his family shuttles back and forth between France and the Middle East. In Libya and Syria, young Riad is exposed to the dismal reality of a life where food is scarce, children kill dogs for sport, and his cousins, virulently antiSemitic and convinced he is Jewish because of his blond hair, lurk around every corner waiting to beat him up.In Volume 2, Riad, now settled in his fathers hometown of Homs, gets to go to school, where he dedicates himself to becoming a true Syrian in the country of the dictator Hafez AlAssad. Told simply yet with devastating effect, Riads story takes in the sweep of politics, religion, and poverty, but is steered by acutely observed small moments: the daily sadism of his schoolteacher, the lure of the black market, with its menu of shame and subsistence, and the obsequiousness of his father in the company of those close to the regime. As his family strains to fit in, one chilling, barbaric act drives the Sattoufs to make the most dramatic of changes.Darkly funny and piercingly direct, The Arab of the Future, Volume 2 once again reveals the inner workings of a tormented country and a tormented family, delivered through Riad Sattoufs dazzlingly original talent.
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- Q: What is 'The Arab of the Future 2' about? A: 'The Arab of the Future 2' is a graphic memoir by Riad Sattouf that continues his childhood story in the Middle East during the 1980s, highlighting his experiences in Libya and Syria, family dynamics, and the social realities of living under a dictatorship.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Arab of the Future 2'? A: The author of 'The Arab of the Future 2' is Riad Sattouf, a French-Syrian cartoonist and writer known for his graphic memoirs.
- Q: What is the page count of this book? A: 'The Arab of the Future 2' has a total of 160 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'The Arab of the Future 2' is available in a paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'The Arab of the Future 2' published? A: 'The Arab of the Future 2' was published on September 20, 2016.
- Q: Is 'The Arab of the Future 2' suitable for all ages? A: While 'The Arab of the Future 2' is a memoir, it contains themes of violence and political oppression, which may not be suitable for younger readers. It is recommended for mature audiences.
- Q: Does 'The Arab of the Future 2' have illustrations? A: Yes, 'The Arab of the Future 2' is a graphic memoir and contains numerous illustrations that complement the narrative.
- Q: What themes are explored in 'The Arab of the Future 2'? A: 'The Arab of the Future 2' explores themes of identity, childhood, family dynamics, political oppression, and the impact of war on society.
- Q: Is there a first volume of this graphic memoir? A: Yes, 'The Arab of the Future 2' is the second volume, following 'The Arab of the Future: Volume 1', which covers Riad Sattouf's early childhood.
- Q: Can I read 'The Arab of the Future 2' without reading the first volume? A: While you can read 'The Arab of the Future 2' as a standalone, reading the first volume may provide additional context to Riad Sattouf's story and character development.