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Chapter Book · Ages 12–17 · 2007
Tasting the Sky
A child finds solace in language amidst the chaos of war.
176 pages
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Summary: In the aftermath of the 1967 Six-Day War, a young girl in Ramallah faces the harsh realities of life as a Palestinian refugee. Separated from her family and surrounded by conflict, she discovers unexpected joy in the Arabic alphabet. As she connects with words, language becomes her refuge, helping her piece together a shattered world. This poignant memoir offers a glimpse into a culture often overshadowed by politics, revealing the enduring impact of war and the power of memory and language to heal.