Description
My Name Is A
Book Summary
My Name Is A is a moving novel that gives a voice to a boy without an identity or family in a refugee camp. Through his personal diary, the reader discovers his daily struggle to survive, the search for food, the games shared, and the power of friendship with other unaccompanied children. Despite the harshness of his surroundings, the protagonist keeps alive the dream of belonging somewhere and finding a home. A work that explores resilience and humanity under extreme circumstances.
What is it about?
The protagonist, known only as "A" by the refugee camp guards, has no documents or family. On his tenth birthday, he begins to write a diary where he recounts his daily life alongside five other unaccompanied children. Between the pages, the difficulties of finding food, the games that allow them to escape, the bonds of friendship that are forged, and the memories of loved ones and the places of origin they had to abandon are intertwined. The narrative reflects their precarious situation, but also their capacity to keep alive the desire for belonging and the hope of having, one day, a place they can call home.
Main themes
- Childhood in contexts of forced displacement and refugee camps.
- The loss of identity and the struggle to preserve it.
- Friendship and solidarity among children in vulnerable situations.
- Resilience and hope in the face of adversity.
- The search for a sense of belonging and home.
Who is it recommended for?
This work is recommended for readers interested in contemporary fiction with a strong social and human component. It is especially suitable for those seeking sensitive and well-told stories about childhood, migration, and survival. It can also be a valuable read for young people and adults who want to delve into the reality of refugees from a close and emotional perspective.
What this book offers
- An intimate and personal perspective on a child's life in a refugee camp, far from clichés.
- A reflection on identity, belonging, and the human capacity for hope.
- A short but impactful narrative that invites empathy and understanding.
- A look at child resilience and the importance of emotional bonds in extreme situations.
Technical specifications
- Author: Tasane, Steve
- Publisher: Kalandraka
- Language: cat
- Subject: MODERN AND CONTEMPORARY FICTION
- Collection: NARRATIVE
- Binding: Paperback
- Publication date: December 2020
- Number of pages: 120
- Weight: 184 g
Editorial review
My Name Is A is a short but intense novel that addresses a universal and current theme with sensitivity and without falling into sensationalism. The use of the diary as a narrative device allows for a direct connection with the protagonist, making the reader experience his life and emotions up close. Its reading is accessible and recommended for anyone looking for a human, moving story that invites reflection on the reality of refugee children.