Reading and Recommending

Dave Eggers WHAT IS THE WHAT

Separated from his family, Valentino Achak Deng becomes a refugee in war-ravaged southern Sudan. His travels bring him in contact with enemy soldiers, with liberation rebels, with hyenas and lions, with disease and starvation, and with deadly murahaleen (militias on horseback)—the same sort who currently terrorize Darfur. Based closely on actual experiences, What Is the What is heartrending and astonishing, filled with adventure, suspense, tragedy, and, finally, triumph.

i haven't had much time to read lately, so not too far into the novel/biography, but so far it's excellent. i've read a couple of Eggers' books in the past. "A Heartbreaking Work of Staggering Genius" definitely lives up to it's title. "You Shall Know Our Velocity" you shall probably pass on.

with "What Is The What" i am quite impressed with Eggers' voice. it is more mature, and very respectful of his subject. will keep ya posted as i get deeper into the tale.

Ldm.