Explore the gripping narrative of 'Upheaval,' a profound book by award-winning author Navid Kermani. This essential read delves into the urgent topic of the European refugee crisis, intricately detailing the harrowing journeys taken by individuals fleeing war and conflict. Spanning 100 pages and published by John Wiley & Sons in 2017, 'Upheaval' captures the poignant stories of refugees from Syria, Iraq, and Afghanistan, as they traverse through the perilous Balkan route to seek safety in Europe. Kermani provides an intimate perspective, highlighting not only the desperate conditions faced by thousands waiting in Turkey and Greece but also the cultural shocks experienced upon arrival. Through interviews with refugees, aid workers, and politicians, the author sheds light on the myriad factors driving people to risk everything for a glimpse of hope. Enhanced by powerful images from renowned photographer Moises Saman, 'Upheaval' stands as an important documentation of the human experience amid political turmoil. With a sensitive approach, Kermani reveals the cultural and political upheavals that disrupt lives while critiquing Europe’s inadequate responses. Ideal for readers interested in social issues and humanitarian efforts, this book is a passionate call to recognize the humanity in the refugee experience. Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be canceled.

Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781509518685
Year: 2017
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons (UK)
Pages: 100


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By foot, in buses, prison vans and trains, a steady stream of refugees traveled from the Greek island of Lesbos into Europe. In the autumn of 2015, award-winning writer Navid Kermani decided to accompany them on the "Balkan route." In this perceptive account from the front line of the "refugee crisis," Kermani shows how a seemingly distant world in which war and conflict rage has suddenly collided with our own. Kermani describes the situation on the Turkish west coast where thousands of refugees live in the most desperate conditions, waiting to take the perilous journey across the Mediterranean. Then, on Lesbos, he observes the culture shock amongst those who have survived the ordeal by sea. He speaks to aid workers and politicians, but most importantly of all to the refugees themselves, asking those who have come from Syria, Iraq, Afghanistan and elsewhere what has driven them to risk everything and embark on the long and treacherous journey to Europe.


With great sensitivity Kermani reveals, often through small details, the cultural and political upheaval that has caused people to uproot their lives, and at the same time shining a light on Europe's inadequate and at times openly hostile response to the refugees. Interspersed with powerful images by the acclaimed photographer Moises Saman, Upheaval is a much-needed human account of a crisis we cannot ignore.