The Road from Home: A True Story of Courage, Survival, and Hope
The Road from Home: A True Story of Courage, Survival, and Hope
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1995
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BetaThe Road from Home: A True Story of Courage, Survival, and Hope
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1995242
Book • Nonfiction
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Children`s Literature•
EducationOttoman Empire • 1910s
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Education•
World History1995
Adult
12-18 years
Super Short Summary
The Road from Home: A True Story of Courage, Survival, and Hope by David Kherdian recounts the experiences of an Armenian girl who survives the Armenian Genocide in early 20th-century Turkey. Facing unimaginable adversity, she demonstrates resilience, hope, and courage. The narrative offers a deeply personal perspective on survival and the enduring human spirit during a tragic historical event.
Inspirational
Melancholic
Hopeful
Emotional
Challenging
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
The Road from Home by David Kherdian is praised for its poignant narrative and evocative storytelling, vividly depicting hardship and resilience. Readers appreciate its educational value in shedding light on historical events, though some feel character exploration could be deeper. Overall, it’s a compelling read that inspires empathy and understanding.
Who Should Read The Road from Home: A True Story of Courage, Survival, and Hope?
A reader who values historical memoirs and stories of resilience amid adversity would enjoy The Road from Home. Fans of The Diary of Anne Frank or Night by Elie Wiesel, which also explore survival in the face of persecution, would find this poignant account compelling.
2,183 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
242
Book • Nonfiction
•
Children`s Literature•
EducationOttoman Empire • 1910s
•
Education•
World History1995
Adult
12-18 years
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