National Book Award Winner
The True True Story of Raja the Gullible (and His Mother)
by Rabih Alameddine
Summary
A sweeping, tragicomic saga that spans six decades of a Lebanese family's life, centered on the complex bond between a son and his mother in Beirut.
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Historical Context & Significance
Alameddine, a previous National Book Award finalist, was honored for his 'boundless imagination' and his ability to blend Middle Eastern history with sharp humor.