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War Child: A Harrowing and Inspiring Child Soldier Story

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War Child: A Child Soldier's Story

by Emmanuel Jal

4.5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	548 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	271 pages

War Child is a powerful and moving memoir that tells the harrowing true story of Emmanuel Jal, a child soldier who was forced to fight in the Sudanese civil war. Jal was abducted from his village when he was just a child and forced to become a soldier. He witnessed and experienced unspeakable horrors during his time as a child soldier, including violence, abuse, and death. But despite all that he went through, Jal never gave up hope. He eventually escaped from the army and went on to become a successful musician and peace activist.

War Child is a difficult book to read at times, but it is an important one. It is a reminder of the horrors of war and the impact it has on children. It is also a story of hope and resilience. Jal's story is a testament to the power of the human spirit and the importance of never giving up.

About the Author

Emmanuel Jal was born in Sudan in 1980. He was abducted from his village when he was just a child and forced to become a soldier. He fought in the Sudanese civil war for seven years, during which time he witnessed and experienced unspeakable horrors. In 1993, Jal escaped from the army and fled to Ethiopia. He eventually made his way to Kenya, where he began his music career. Jal has released several albums and has toured the world, speaking out against war and violence.

Reviews

"War Child is a powerful and moving memoir that tells the harrowing true story of Emmanuel Jal, a child soldier who was forced to fight in the Sudanese civil war. This book is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the horrors of war and the resilience of the human spirit." - The New York Times

"War Child is a powerful and important book. It is a reminder of the horrors of war and the impact it has on children. It is also a story of hope and resilience. Jal's story is a testament to the power of the human spirit and the importance of never giving up." - The Washington Post

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War Child is a powerful and moving memoir that tells the harrowing true story of Emmanuel Jal, a child soldier who was forced to fight in the Sudanese civil war. This book is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the horrors of war and the resilience of the human spirit.

War Child: A Child Soldier's Story

by Emmanuel Jal

4.5 out of 5