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PublisherRandom House Children's Books
ISBN-101984897136
ISBN-139781984897138
eBay Product ID (ePID)20050409385
Product Key Features
Book TitleCall Me American (Adapted for Young Adults) : The Extraordinary True Story of a Young Somali Immigrant
Number of Pages272 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2021
TopicPeople & Places / Africa, History / Military & Wars, General, Biography & Autobiography / Cultural Heritage
GenreYoung Adult Nonfiction, Biography & Autobiography
AuthorAbdi Nor Iftin
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height0.6 in
Item Weight7.6 Oz
Item Length8.2 in
Item Width5.5 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceYoung Adult Audience
LCCN2019-018309
Reviews"Devastating, inspiring, and ultimately hopeful ." -- SLJ , Starred Review " An absolutely stunning survival story that is beautifully and vividly written.... Simply a terrific read." -- Booklist , Starred Review "This remarkable, nuanced story facilitates a deeper understanding of immigration today . A triumphant memoir that offers hope for Somalia's and, indeed, America's futures." -- Kirkus Reviews , Starred Review "Young Abdi is a tremendously appealing figure in his desire to enjoy music and movies and find an alternative to the only choices Somalia offers him.... The narrative is genuinely suspenseful. " -- The Bulletin, Starred Review
Grade FromSeventh Grade
SynopsisAdapted from the adult memoir, this gripping and acclaimed story follows one boy's journey into young adulthood, against the backdrop of civil war and his ultimate immigration to America in search of a better life. Abdi Nor Iftin grew up amidst a blend of cultures, far from the United States. At home in Somalia, his mother entertained him with vivid folktales and bold stories detailing her rural, nomadic upbrinding. As he grew older, he spent his days following his father, a basketball player, through the bustling streets of the capital city of Mogadishu. But when the threat of civil war reached Abdi's doorstep, his family was forced to flee to safety. Through the turbulent years of war, young Abdi found solace in popular American music and films. Nicknamed Abdi the American, he developed a proficiency for English that connected him--and his story--with news outlets and radio shows, and eventually gave him a shot at winning the annual U.S. visa lottery. Abdi shares every part of his journey, and his courageous account reminds readers that everyone deserves the chance to build a brighter future for themselves. FOUR STARRED REVIEWS!, Adapted from the adult memoir, this gripping and acclaimed story follows one boy's journey into young adulthood, against the backdrop of civil war and his ultimate immigration to America, in search of a better life. In Somalia, Abdi Nor Iftin grew up amidst a blend of cultures. His mother entertained him with vivid folktales and bold stories about her rural, nomadic upbrinding. As he grew older, he spent his days following his father, a basketball player, through the bustling street of the capital city of Mogadishu. But when the threat of civil war reached Abdi's doorstep, his family was forced to flee to safety. Through the turbulent years of war, young Abdi found solace in popular American music and films. Nicknamed Abdi the American, he developed a proficiency for English that connected him--and his story--with news outlets and radio shows, and eventually gave him a shot at winning the annual U.S. visa lottery. Abdi shares every part of his journey, and his courageous account reminds readers that everyone deserves the chance to build a brighter future for themselves. Four Starred Reviews! . . . devastating, inspiring, and ultimately hopeful. -- SLJ , Starred Review An absolutely stunning survival story . . . -- Booklist , Starred Review . . .facilitates a deeper understanding of immigration today. -- Kirkus Reviews , Starred Review . . . genuinely suspenseful. -- Bulletin, Starred Review
LC Classification NumberCT275.I43A3 2020
