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The Arab Of The Future: A Childhood In The Middle East, 19781984: A Graphic Memoir (The Arab Of The Future, 1)
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The Arab Of The Future, The #1 French Bestseller, Tells The Unforgettable Story Of Riad Sattouf'S Childhood, Spent In The Shadows Of 3 Dictatorsmuammar Gaddafi, Hafez Alassad, And His Fatherin Striking, Virtuoso Graphic Style That Captures Both The Immediacy Of Childhood And The Fervor Of Political Idealism, Riad Sattouf Recounts His Nomadic Childhood Growing Up In Rural France, Gaddafi'S Libya, And Assad'S Syriabut Always Under The Roof Of His Father, A Syrian Panarabist Who Drags His Family Along In His Pursuit Of Grandiose Dreams For The Arab Nation.Riad, Delicate And Wideeyed, Follows In The Trail Of His Mismatched Parents; His Mother, A Bookish French Student, Is As Modest As His Father Is Flamboyant. Venturing First To The Great Socialist People'S Libyan Arab State And Then Joining The Family Tribe In Homs, Syria, They Hold Fast To The Vision Of The Paradise That Always Lies Just Around The Corner. And Hold They Do, Though Food Is Scarce, Children Kill Dogs For Sport, And With Locks Banned, The Sattoufs Come Home One Day To Discover Another Family Occupying Their Apartment. The Ultimate Outsider, Riad, With His Flowing Blond Hair, Is Called The Ultimate Insult Jewish. And In No Time At All, His Father Has Come Up With Yet Another Grand Plan, Moving From Building A New People To Building His Own Great Palace.Brimming With Life And Dark Humor, The Arab Of The Future Reveals The Truth And Texture Of One Eccentric Family In An Absurd Middle East, And Also Introduces A Master Cartoonist In A Work Destined To Stand Alongside Maus And Persepolis.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'The Arab of the Future' about? A: 'The Arab of the Future' is a graphic memoir by Riad Sattouf that recounts his childhood experiences in the Middle East and rural France, exploring themes of identity, family, and the impact of political regimes.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Arab of the Future'? A: The author of 'The Arab of the Future' is Riad Sattouf, a French-Syrian cartoonist and filmmaker.
- Q: What is the format of this book? A: 'The Arab of the Future' is published in paperback format and features illustrated content throughout the book.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Arab of the Future' have? A: 'The Arab of the Future' contains 160 pages, offering a comprehensive look at the author's childhood and experiences.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'The Arab of the Future'? A: 'The Arab of the Future' was published on October 20, 2015.
- Q: Is this book suitable for all ages? A: While 'The Arab of the Future' is a memoir, it contains themes of political struggle and may be more suitable for older teens and adults due to its mature content.
- Q: What are the main themes explored in 'The Arab of the Future'? A: The book explores themes of identity, the complexities of childhood, the impact of political regimes, and the experience of being an outsider.
- Q: Does 'The Arab of the Future' include illustrations? A: Yes, 'The Arab of the Future' is an illustrated graphic memoir, combining visual art with storytelling to enhance the narrative.
- Q: Is 'The Arab of the Future' part of a series? A: 'The Arab of the Future' is the first volume in a series by Riad Sattouf, depicting his life and experiences growing up.
- Q: What makes 'The Arab of the Future' a unique reading experience? A: 'The Arab of the Future' stands out due to its combination of personal storytelling with political context, presented in a vibrant graphic format that captures both humor and poignancy.