Call me American : the extraordinary true story of a young Somali immigrant
Abdi Nor Iftin (Author), Max Alexander (Author)
"Growing up in Somalia, Abdi Nor Iftin was exposed to a blend of cultures, from the vivid folktales of his mother's rural nomadic upbringing to the bustling streets of the capital city of Mogadishu, which he traveled with his father. But then the threat of civil war forced his family to flee to safety. Through the turbulent years of war, young Abdi found solace in popular American music and films. He was nicknamed Abdi the American, and his story soon spread across the world, eventually giving him a shot at winning the annual U.S. visa lottery. In this young adult edition, Abdi shares every part of his journey, from his experiences during the war in Somalia to his status as a refugee in Kenya to his arrival in the United States. His courageous account reminds readers that everyone deserves a chance to build a brighter future for themselves."-- Back cover
Print Book, English, 2021
Ember, New York [New York], 2021