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Fish : A refugee's story of hope and survival

by L.S. Matthews
RM36.19 MYR
Fish : A refugee's story of hope and survival - Thryft
Fish : A refugee's story of hope and survival - Thryft

Hopeful refugee story in search of peace.

This book is a must-read for those who want to better understand the refugee experience through the perspective of a young child. The journey of Tiger and his family is depicted in a nuanced and delicate manner, highlighting the struggles and the hope that come with being a refugee. The unique feature of this book is the use of a fish as a symbol of survival, providing a poignant and heartwarming perspective on the human desire to keep hope alive in times of crisis.

Fish : A refugee's story of hope and survival

by L.S. Matthews
RM36.19 MYR
ISBN: 9780340874035
Estimated First-hand Retail Price: RM40.57 MYR
Authors: L.S. Matthews
Publisher: Hodder Children's Books
Date of Publication: 2003-01-01
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Historical Fiction, Young Adult
Related Topics: Realistic Fiction
Goodreads rating: 3.77
(rated by 730 readers)

Description

This is an adventure story about the journey of a family of aid-workers, as they and their child, Tiger, flee from a country beset by drought and war. Just before they leave, Tiger finds a fish struggling for life in a drying up puddle - and its precarious grip on survival mirrors their own.
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Hopeful refugee story in search of peace.

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