Zeitoun by Dave Eggers: A Heartbreaking and Enriching Tale of Survival and Resilience

Zeitoun

by Dave Eggers

4.4 out of 5

Language	:	English
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Print length	:	370 pages
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In the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, the city of New Orleans was a scene of chaos and devastation. Amidst the wreckage and despair, the story of Abdulrahman Zeitoun, a Syrian-American who was unjustly arrested and detained, emerged as a powerful and moving testament to the resilience of the human spirit.

Zeitoun, a devout Muslim and a loving father, had stayed behind in New Orleans to protect his family's home and business from looters. But in the chaotic days after the storm, he was arrested by police and thrown into jail, where he was subjected to abuse and humiliation.

Eggers's meticulously researched and brilliantly written account of Zeitoun's ordeal is a searing indictment of the racism and xenophobia that permeated the post-Katrina disaster response. Eggers deftly weaves together Zeitoun's personal story with a broader examination of the systemic injustices that plague American society.

Zeitoun is a heartbreaking and enriching tale of survival and resilience. It is a story that will stay with you long after you finish reading it.

Praise for Zeitoun

"Zeitoun is a powerful and moving novel that tells the true story of Abdulrahman Zeitoun, a Syrian-American who was unjustly arrested and detained in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. Eggers's meticulous research and evocative prose bring Zeitoun's story to life, offering a searing indictment of the racism and xenophobia that permeated the post-Katrina disaster response."

- The New York Times Book Review

"Zeitoun is a masterpiece of narrative journalism. Eggers's writing is clear, concise, and emotionally resonant. He tells Zeitoun's story with compassion and empathy, but he also does not shy away from the harsh realities of racism and xenophobia."

- The Washington Post

"Zeitoun is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the true story of Hurricane Katrina and the aftermath of the storm. Eggers's novel is a powerful indictment of the racism and xenophobia that permeated the disaster response, but it is also a story of hope and resilience."

- The Guardian

About the Author

Dave Eggers is the author of numerous bestselling books, including Zeitoun, The Circle, and The Every. He is the founder of McSweeney's, a literary magazine and publishing house. Eggers is a recipient of the Pulitzer Prize, the National Book Award, and the American Book Award.

To learn more about Dave Eggers and his work, visit his website: www.dave Eggers.net.

Zeitoun

by Dave Eggers

4.4 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	3892 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	370 pages
Screen Reader	:	Supported
X-Ray	:	Enabled

FREE