Bibliograph

The almond tree, Michelle Cohen Corasanti

Type

Label

The almond tree, Michelle Cohen Corasanti

Language

eng

Index

no index present

Literary Form

novels

Main title

The almond tree

Oclc number

816557094

Responsibility statement

Michelle Cohen Corasanti

Summary

This beautifully written and compelling novel is a tale of two Palestinian brothers, one full of anger and hate, the other trying to build a bridge through scientific endeavour. Gifted with a mind that continues to impress the elders in his village, Ichmad Hamid struggles with knowing that he can do nothing to save his friends and family. Living on occupied land, his entire village operates in fear of losing their homes, jobs, and belongings. But more importantly, they fear losing each other. On Ichmad's twelfth birthday, that fear becomes reality. With his father imprisoned, his family s home and possessions confiscated, and his siblings quickly succumbing to hatred in the face of conflict, Ichmad begins an inspiring journey using his intellect to save his poor and dying family. In doing so he reclaims a love for others that was lost through a childhood rife with violence and loss, and discovers a new hope for the future

Target audience

adult

Classification