Small Country by Gaël Faye
Set against the backdrop of the Rwandan genocide and Burundi's civil war, the story follows a young boy named Gabriel who lives a relatively idyllic life in a comfortable expatriate neighborhood in Burundi. As ethnic tensions escalate, his world is shattered, forcing him to confront the brutal realities of violence, loss, and identity. Through Gabriel's eyes, the narrative explores themes of innocence lost, the impact of political turmoil on personal lives, and the struggle to find a sense of belonging amidst chaos.
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- Published
- 2016
- Nationality
- French
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 150-200
- Original Language
- French
- Avg User Rating
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(4.5)
- Alternate Titles
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- Pequeño País
- Petit Pays
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This book is on the following 1 lists:
- 65th on The 101 Favorite Novels of 'Le Monde' Readers (Le Monde)