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The Naked Don't Fear the Water: An Underground Journey with Afghan Refugees

The Naked Don't Fear the Water: An Underground Journey with Afghan Refugees

Penned By Matthieu Aikins
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The Naked Don't Fear the Water: An Underground Journey with Afghan Refugees

The Naked Don't Fear the Water: An Underground Journey with Afghan Refugees

Penned By Matthieu Aikins
4.85 55,346 Ratings
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In this extraordinary book, an acclaimed young war reporter chronicles a dangerous journey on the smuggler's road to Europe, accompanying his friend, an Afghan refugee, in search of a better future.In 2016, a young Afghan driver and translator named Omar makes the heart-wrenching choice to flee his war-torn country, saying goodbye to Laila, the love of his life, without knowing when they might be reunited again. He is one of millions of refugees who leave their homes that year.Matthieu Aikins, a journalist living in Kabul, decides to follow his friend. In order to do so, he must leave his own passport and identity behind to go underground on the refugee trail with Omar. Their odyssey across land and sea from Afghanistan to Europe brings them face to face with the people at heart of the migration crisis: smugglers, cops, activists, and the men, women and children fleeing war in search of a better life. As setbacks and dangers mount for the two friends, Matthieu is also drawn into the escape plans of Omar's entire family, including Maryam, the matriarch who has fought ferociously for her children's survival.Harrowing yet hopeful, this exceptional work brings into sharp focus one of the most contentious issues of our times. The Naked Don't Fear the Water is a tale of love and friendship across borders, and an inquiry into our shared journey in a divided world.

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Length 336 Pages
Language Eng
Released February 15, 2022
Identifier (ISBN) 58132545
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Matthieu Aikins is the author of several novels. Originally from the East Coast, they now live in the Midwest with family. In addition to writing, Matthieu Aikins enjoys gardening, cooking, and reading way past bedtime. Their work often explores the complexities of everyday life and human relationships.

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