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guinness74's review
4.0
An incredible and moving account of one man's days in Darfur. I can't begin to imagine how painful his life must have been during this time and to know that it is still occurring is heartbreaking. There are moments in this book that are gut-wrenching. It's hard to imagine how anyone lived through them and continues to maintain a stable life. If you want to know more about the Darfur region and its inhabitants, this is a memoir you should check out.
hrichason's review
4.0
This memoir was hard to read in that it shows that human beings can be completely and utterly evil. It also shows, however, that human beings can be compassionate and caring through the most difficult of circumstances. The author was able to find a silver lining in every situation, leaving hope in a situation that appeared beyond hope. "The Translator" was eye-opening, heartbreaking and inspiring all at the same time.
leithia_val's review
4.0
Brings to life the horrors of the darfur genocide in the words of a darfuri tradesman
msjoanna's review
5.0
A really quick read, but very informative. The author came from the Darfur region of Sudan and learned English (and other languages) in school. When the fighting in Darfur began, he found his calling as a translator for reporters and other foreign workers in the region.
mustreadmore11's review
challenging
emotional
informative
inspiring
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Violence, Murder, and War
val_halla's review
5.0
This is a relatively short book about the author's childhood and young adult years in Darfur - years which have only just recently ended. The author has an extremely valuable perspective on the conflict, relating what people in the region feel about the politics and how foreigners perceive it. His unique occupation as a translator allows him to see both the insiders' and outsiders' views on the genocide that is still occurring in Darfur.
ralovesbooks's review
2.0
Would recommend: Maybe
I read this memoir to preview it for my book club, and I thought it was only okay. I just wasn't compelled. Is that horrible to say? There were some parts that were really vivid and painful to read, but I didn't have a good sense of place or time (a map would have helped) or political perspective. I don't think it's a good fit for a book club discussion.
I read this memoir to preview it for my book club, and I thought it was only okay. I just wasn't compelled. Is that horrible to say? There were some parts that were really vivid and painful to read, but I didn't have a good sense of place or time (a map would have helped) or political perspective. I don't think it's a good fit for a book club discussion.