Born in Jerusalem, Born Palestinian: A Memoir (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781566568869)

When Jacob Nammar was a young boy growing up in Harret al-Nammareh, his family, his friends, and the streets of his West Jerusalem neighborhood were the center of his life. It wasn't long, however, before his existence was turned upside down when his family was forced out of their home during al-nakba, the catastrophe that resulted in the ethnic cleansing of nearly 750,000 natives and the destruction of over 500 Palestinian villages and towns. In this heartwarming memoir, Jacob paints a vivid portrait of Palestinian life--from his childhood days in pre-1948 Jerusalem, the struggles of the Palestinian community under Israeli rule, to his ultimate decision to leave for America at age 23. Readers will laugh, cry, and be inspired by this charming coming of age story set amid the backdrop of one of the most tragic historical events that engulfed the region.

Author: Jacob J. Nammar
ISBN-10: 1566568862
ISBN-13: 9781566568869
Publisher: Olive Branch Press
Language: English
Published: 12/28/2012
Pages: 224
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.44lbs
Size: 7.90h x 5.20w x 0.50d

Review Citation(s):
Kirkus Reviews 06/15/2012
Publishers Weekly 08/20/2012