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Book Synopsis: A NYTBR Editor’s Choice “This is a book of radical empathy, crossing many borders – not just borders that separate nations, but also borders of form, borders of meaning, and borders of possibility. It is powerful and humane and deserves to find a wide, wandering readership.” — Mohsin Hamid, author of Exit West
In this extraordinary book, an acclaimed young war reporter chronicles a dangerous journey on the smuggler’s road to Europe, accompanying his friend, an Afghan refugee, in search of a better future.
In 2016, a young Afghan driver and translator named Omar makes the heart-wrenching choice to flee his war-torn country, saying goodbye to Laila, the love of his life, without knowing when they might be reunited again. He is one of millions of refugees who leave their homes that year.
Matthieu Aikins, a journalist living in Kabul, decides to follow his friend. In order to do so, he must leave his own passport and identity behind to go underground on the refugee trail with Omar. Their odyssey across land and sea from Afghanistan to Europe brings them face to face with the people at heart of the migration crisis: smugglers, cops, activists, and the men, women and children fleeing war in search of a better life.
As setbacks and dangers mount for the two friends, Matthieu is also drawn into the escape plans of Omar’s entire family, including Maryam, the matriarch who has fought ferociously for her children’s survival.
Harrowing yet hopeful, this exceptional work brings into sharp focus one of the most contentious issues of our times. The Naked Don’t Fear the Water is a tale of love and friendship across borders, and an inquiry into our shared journey in a divided world.
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Experience radical empathy and embark on an extraordinary journey with "The Naked Don't Fear the Water: An Underground Journey with Afghan Refugees". This remarkable book, handpicked by a NYTBR editor, breaks down borders and opens our hearts to the realities faced by millions of refugees around the world. With powerful prose and a gripping narrative, this book will leave you questioning the meaning of borders and the possibilities of human compassion.
Follow the courageous story of Omar, a young Afghan refugee, as he escapes his war-torn country in search of a better future. Accompanying him is Matthieu Aikins, a journalist who, in his pursuit of truth, has set aside his own identity to tread the dangerous path of the smuggler's road to Europe. Together, they encounter the true heroes and villains of the migration crisis, exposing the harsh realities faced by those who flee their homes.
This harrowing yet hopeful tale is an unflinching portrayal of the human spirit and the strength of friendship. As the hardships and dangers mount for Omar and Matthieu, they find themselves entangled in a web of connections that spans continents. With an unwavering focus on love and friendship across borders, "The Naked Don't Fear the Water" is a wakeup call to the world, inviting us to examine our shared journey in a divided world.
Don't miss out on this important and timely book that continues to garner critical acclaim. Join the wide, wandering readership that has been captivated by this book's transformative power. If you're ready to be moved and to see the world from a new perspective, order your copy of "The Naked Don't Fear the Water" today and become part of the conversation.
Order your copy of "The Naked Don't Fear the Water" now and immerse yourself in the evocative journey of Omar and Matthieu as they navigate the treacherous path of hope and survival.
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