A review by heidelblog
What Is the What by Dave Eggers

5.0

This is a great way to learn about Sudan's history and civil war--through the eyes of one of its Lost Boys. Sudan's history is one of the most complex on the continent, and this book, even though technically a novel, does a great job of presenting the history and all of its intricacies that have brought Sudan to the present day.

Even more amazing is being able to witness through the eyes of the main character, the strength and resilience of what the Lost Boys, and many Sudanese have gone, and are currently, going through. In many ways, their story resonates in Northern Uganda, Eastern Congo, Somalia, etc.