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“A modern masterpiece.”—New York Times
“Supple, sparkling and original.”—Wall Street Journal
“Mesmerizing.”—TODAY.com
“This book could change the world.”—BookPage
“Like nothing else you've read or ever will read.”—Linda Sue Park
“It hooks you right from the opening line.”–NPR
★ “A modern epic.”—Kirkus Reviews, starred review ★ “A rare treasure of a book.” —Publishers Weekly (starred) ★ “A story that soars.”—The Bulletin (starred) ★ “At once beautiful and painful.”—School Library Journal (starred) ★ “Raises the literary bar in children’s lit.” —Booklist (starred) ★ “Poignant and powerful.” —Foreword Reviews (starred) ★ “One of the most extraordinary books of the year.” —BookPage (starred)
A sprawling, evocative, and groundbreaking autobiographical novel told in the unforgettable and hilarious voice of a young Iranian refugee. It is a powerfully layered novel that poses the questions: Who owns the truth? Who speaks it? Who believes it?
“A patchwork story is the shame of the refugee,” Nayeri writes early in the novel. In an Oklahoman middle school, Khosrou (whom everyone calls Daniel) stands in front of a skeptical audience of classmates, telling the tales of his family’s history, stretching back years, decades, and centuries. At the core is Daniel’s story of how they became refugees—starting with his mother’s vocal embrace of Christianity in a country that made such a thing a capital offense, and continuing through their midnight flight from the secret police, bribing their way onto a plane-to-anywhere. Anywhere becomes the sad, cement refugee camps of Italy, and then finally asylum in the U.S.
Implementing a distinct literary style and challenging western narrative structures, Nayeri deftly weaves through stories of the long and beautiful history of his family in Iran, adding a richness of ancient tales and Persian folklore. Like Scheherazade of One Thousand and One Nights, Daniel spins a tale to save his own life: to stake his claim to the truth.
A tale of heartbreak and resilience and urges readers to speak their truth and be heard. - Daniel is a major force and one of the youngest publishers in the industry. - He’s an #OwnVoices author, public speaker, and storyteller. - A pulled-from-the headlines immigrant story. - Thematically relevant as immigration stories take center stage in politics, news, and media in 2020. - Daniel challenges how we tell stories by using traditional Persian folk tales - A fantastic literary whirlwind that questions western narrative structures.
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Experience the powerful storytelling of "Everything Sad Is Untrue," a true story that has won multiple prestigious awards and garnered critical acclaim from esteemed publications. This modern masterpiece weaves a mesmerizing tale that is supple, sparkling, and original. As you immerse yourself in the pages of this book, you'll find a story that could change the world.
Prepare to be captivated by the voice of Khosrou, also known as Daniel, a young Iranian refugee who stands before a skeptical audience, sharing the unforgettable tales of his family's history. From his mother's defiance of a capital offense to their perilous journey, this sprawling, evocative novel explores themes of identity, truth, and resilience.
Delve into the richness of ancient tales and Persian folklore as Daniel skillfully intertwines his family's past with the challenges they face in the present. Like a modern-day Scheherazade, Daniel's tale is his lifeline, urging readers to not only speak their truth but to be heard and believed.
Not only is "Everything Sad Is Untrue" an extraordinary literary achievement, but it is also a relevant and captivating read in today's political and social climate. As immigration stories take center stage, Daniel's story serves as a compelling reminder of the human experience behind the headlines.
What sets this book apart is Daniel's unique approach to storytelling. By incorporating traditional Persian folk tales and challenging Western narrative structures, he creates a literary whirlwind that pushes the boundaries of the written word. Prepare to be swept away by the poignant and powerful narrative that raises the bar for children's literature.
Join us on this literary journey, and discover for yourself why "Everything Sad Is Untrue" has been hailed as one of the most extraordinary books of the year. Don't miss out on the opportunity to be transported by Daniel's voice and to explore the depths of resilience, heartbreak, and the importance of speaking your truth.
Don't miss your chance to embark on this unforgettable journey. Get your copy of "Everything Sad Is Untrue" now and experience a remarkable tale that will resonate long after you turn the final page.
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