The Return by Hisham Matar

"The Return" is a poignant memoir detailing a man's search for his father, who disappeared in Libya's political prison system. The narrative offers a deeply personal exploration of loss, memory, and homecoming as the protagonist returns to his native country after years of living in exile. The book also provides a profound insight into Libya's turbulent history, its oppressive regime, and the devastating impact of politics on individual lives.

The 8476th greatest book of all time


Published
2016
Nationality
Libyan
Type
Nonfiction
Pages
280-320
Words
Unknown
Original Language
English

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