Description
I am Suleiman
Book Summary
A moving and realistic novel that recounts the journey of Suleiman, a young man from Mali who, together with his friend Musa, decides to undertake the dangerous route to Europe in search of a better future. Through his eyes, the reader is drawn into an odyssey marked by extreme poverty, hope, and the struggle for survival. This work offers a human and intimate perspective on immigration, moving away from headlines to focus on the personal experience of those who risk everything for a dignified life.
What is it about?
The novel follows Suleiman and his friend Musa, two young Malian men who, overcome by the misery in their country, make the difficult decision to emigrate to Europe. Their goal is to work, save money, and return to Mali to open their own businesses and help their families. The journey is an ordeal: they cross the Sahara Desert in old trucks packed with people sharing the same desperation. Along the way, they face thirst, hunger, danger, and uncertainty, while the European border becomes a mirage that forces them to test their physical and emotional endurance. The story centers on the bond of their friendship and the constant struggle to keep hope alive amidst adversity.
Main themes
- Immigration and the search for a better future as a response to extreme poverty.
- The harshness of African migration routes, with special attention to the crossing of the desert.
- Friendship and solidarity as pillars of survival in extreme situations.
- The contrast between the hope of a new life in Europe and the reality of the journey.
- Identity and the displacement of those forced to leave their homeland.
Who is it recommended for?
This work is aimed at readers interested in social and contemporary narrative, especially those looking for stories that address the reality of immigration from an intimate and human perspective. It is also recommended for those who appreciate travel novels with a strong emotional component and themes of personal growth.
What this book offers
- An intimate and personal vision of the migratory experience, beyond stereotypes and statistics.
- A reflection on human resilience and the ability to maintain hope under extreme conditions.
- An immersion into the geography and difficulties of the Sahel migration routes.
- A story of friendship that becomes the main driving force to keep going.
Technical specifications
- Author: Lozano González, Antonio
- Publisher: Kalandraka
- Language: glg
- Subject: MODERN AND CONTEMPORARY FICTION
- Collection: NARRATIVA K
- Binding: Paperback
- Publication date: August 2019
- Number of pages: 160
- Weight: 238 g
Editorial review
"I am Suleiman" is a necessary novel that gives a face and a name to a complex reality. Antonio Lozano constructs a direct, unadorned narrative, where the power of the story lies in the authenticity of its characters and the harshness of their journey. It is a book that challenges the reader, inviting them to reflect on the fragility of life and the price of hope. Its brevity and agile style make it an accessible read with great emotional impact, ideal for those seeking a story that transcends fiction to connect with the world today.