
Camel from Kyzylkum
by
Lara Gelya
Travel from Ukraine to the Kyzylkum Desert of Uzbekistan, from the Soviet Union to Austria, then Italy, and eventually America, all while following the author’s journey to find her truth and future. “Camel from Kyzylkum” depicts the life of an ordinary person in a country that no longer exists — the Soviet Union and the physical, emotional, and spiritual journey of a woman to find her freedom and a better life. It shows that the journey of a refugee, in this case from the Soviet Union to the USA, doesn’t end when you arrive in a new country with all your possessions fit in two suitcases. It is the story of one of the millions of immigrants who have realized their dream in America and a reminder that this country is a land of opportunity. This story, enriched by themes of hope, struggle, family, and loss, is a vivid testament to the human spirit’s resilience. Therefore, this book would be great material for a film project.
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IAC Main Tropes:
Detailed Tropes:
The Refugee’s Journey – leaving one’s homeland in search of freedom and a better life.
Representations in This Book:
Age Groups:
Middle Age, New Adult, Adult
Spice Level:
Level 3
Available Formats:
Audiobook, Paperback, eBook
Content Information:
Level 2
Estrangement - family matter
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