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The Rugmaker Of Mazar-e-Sharif (2008)

by Najaf Mazari(Favorite Author)
3.61 of 5 Votes: 4
ISBN
1921088559 (ISBN13: 9781921088551)
languge
English
publisher
Insight Publications
review 1: Inspiring and heartfelt account of what causes a man to leave his homeland and family and the following perilous journey. An antidote to the mindless bigotry I hear regularly in the media and from Australians about this issue. I can only be grateful that someone has had the good sense to make this book required reading for the young people of this country. With any luck this type of literature may slowly bring about a change in the way the general public views the part they can play in the plight of those less fortunate in the world who only ask for a chance in this "lucky country". Just as most residents here were given by their forebears immigration here often for similar reasons.
review 2: Told matter-of-factly in the past and near to present time, the ex
... moreperiences that Najaf Mazari endured in achieving his desire to become an Australian is very moving. Afghanistan is a country of contradictions, with a very complex history and this books enlightens the reader about the reasons that many flee their country in search of a better life. The path they tread is a difficult one, but at least in this case, a journey worth making. less
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Steve
Excellent. A moving account of an Afghan refugee, his life and flight to freedom in Australia.
Linsay
It was a really good book. It shows how one man can survive just by telling the truth.
comicfan
A great story that all who question the right to seek assylum should read.
Lou
Heartbreaking, beautiful and inspiring, all at the same time
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