House of Stone: A Memoir of Home, Family, and a Lost Middle East

Name: House of Stone: A Memoir of Home, Family, and a Lost Middle East
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Book Synopsis: “Wonderful . . . One of the finest memoirs I’ve read.” — Philip Caputo, Washington Post

In the summer of 2006, racing through Lebanon to report on the Israeli invasion, Anthony Shadid found himself in his family’s ancestral hometown of Marjayoun. There, he discovered his great-grandfather’s once magnificent estate in near ruins, devastated by war. One year later, Shadid returned to Marjayoun, not to chronicle the violence, but to rebuild in its wake.

So begins the story of a battle-scarred home and a journalist’s wounded spirit, and of how reconstructing the one came to fortify the other. In this bittersweet and resonant memoir, Shadid creates a mosaic of past and present, tracing the house’s renewal alongside the history of his family’s flight from Lebanon and resettlement in America around the turn of the twentieth century. In the process, he memorializes a lost world and provides profound insights into a shifting Middle East. This paperback edition includes an afterword by the journalist Nada Bakri, Anthony Shadid’s wife, reflecting on his legacy.

“A poignant dedication to family, to home, and to history . . . Breathtaking.” — San Francisco Chronicle

“Entertaining, informative, and deeply moving . . . House of Stone will stand a long time, for those fortunate enough to read it.” — Telegraph (London)

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Are you ready to embark on a captivating journey through the history of the Middle East? Look no further than "House of Stone: A Memoir of Home, Family, and a Lost Middle East." This remarkable memoir has been hailed as one of the finest of its kind, transporting readers to a world of rich heritage and untold stories. Immerse yourself in the vivid descriptions and poignant narrative crafted by acclaimed journalist, Anthony Shadid.

From the moment you open the book, you will be captivated by Shadid's evocative storytelling. As he races through war-torn Lebanon, you will experience the heartbreaking ruins of his ancestral home in Marjayoun. But this memoir is so much more than a chronicle of destruction. It is a tale of resilience, as Shadid returns to his roots to rebuild and find solace in the midst of turmoil.

As you turn each page, you will be transported back in time, tracing the journey of Shadid's family from Lebanon to America. Through his masterful storytelling, he weaves together the threads of history, providing profound insights into the ever-shifting landscape of the Middle East. This is not just a memoir; it is a mosaic of emotions, memories, and the enduring power of home.

"House of Stone" has received rave reviews from readers and critics alike. The Washington Post praises it as "one of the finest memoirs" they've read, while the Telegraph (London) hails it as "entertaining, informative, and deeply moving." It is a book that will stay with you long after you've turned the final page.

Don't miss out on this breathtaking journey. Take the first step towards discovering the compelling story of "House of Stone: A Memoir of Home, Family, and a Lost Middle East." Order your copy today and embark on an unforgettable adventure through the rich tapestry of the Middle East.

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