"Mornings in Jenin" is a novel written by Palestinian-American author Susan Abulhawa. The book tells the story of the Abulheja family, focusing on Amal, a young girl who grows up in the Palestinian village of Ein Hod. The family is forcibly displaced during the 1948 Arab-Israeli War and settles in a refugee camp in Jenin. Through the lens of Amal's experiences, the novel explores themes of identity, displacement, loss, and resilience. It vividly depicts the struggles faced by Palestinians in the wake of the establishment of the state of Israel and the ongoing conflict in the region. "Mornings in Jenin" offers a powerful and poignant portrayal of the Palestinian experience, spanning several decades and shedding light on the human cost of political conflict. The novel has received widespread acclaim for its lyrical prose and its ability to convey the emotional depth of its characters' experiences.
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