Held at a Distance by Rebecca G Haile

Held at a Distance by Rebecca G Haile

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Summary

Rebecca Haile lived in Ethiopia until she was 11 years old. When the Emperor was deposed by a military coup, her father was shot. Barely surviving, he escaped with his family and settled in Minnesota where they struggled with the strain of their changed circumstances. This book brings into focus the consequences of political upheaval in Ethiopia.

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Held at a Distance by Rebecca G Haile

This powerful book gives readers a chance to experience Ethiopia through the personal experience of a writer who is both Ethiopian and American. It takes readers beyond headlines and stereotypes to a deeper understanding of the country. This is an absorbing account of the author's return trip to Ethiopia as an adult, having left the country in exile with her family at age 11. She profiles relatives and friends who have remained in Ethiopia, and she writes movingly about Ethiopia's recent past and its ancient history. She offers a clear-eyed analysis of the state of the country today, and her keen observations and personal experience will resonate with readers. This is a unique glimpse into a fascinating African country by a talented writer.

Rebecca Haile lives in NYC with her husband and two small children. She is a Harvard trained lawyer, and now is a full-time writer and community activist. This is her first book.

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ISBN 13 9780897335560
ISBN 10 0897335562
Title Held at a Distance
Author Rebecca G Haile
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Academy Chicago Publishers
Year published 2007-05-01
Number of pages 195
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.