Omar El Akkad

Omar El Akkad is an Egyptian-Canadian author and journalist known for his works of fiction and his coverage of major news events. He is the author of the acclaimed novel 'American War'.

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  1. 1. American War

    Cover of 'American War' by Omar El Akkad

    Set in the late 21st century during the second American Civil War, this novel follows the life of Sarat Chestnut, a young girl from Louisiana. As the South refuses to give up fossil fuels, the country plunges into a violent and chaotic war, leading Sarat and her family to live in a refugee camp. Sarat's experiences of loss and hardship fuel her transformation into a hardened instrument of war. The novel explores themes of revenge, the impact of war on individuals, and the cyclical nature of violence.

    The 8380th Greatest Book of All Time
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  2. 2. One Day, Everyone Will Have Always Been Against This

    Cover of 'One Day, Everyone Will Have Always Been Against This' by Omar El Akkad

    Omar El Akkad offers a personal reckoning with the gap between Western ideals and the realities faced by Black, Brown, and Indigenous Americans and younger generations. Drawing on his experience as an emigrant and journalist, he frames a heartfelt "breakup letter" with the West, exploring how trust in Western institutions has eroded and how that rupture shows up on college campuses and city streets.

    The 8417th Greatest Book of All Time
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