The Beekeeper of Aleppo
The Sunday Times Bestseller and Richard & Judy Book Club Pick
What's it about
How do you hold onto love when you've lost everything else? Discover a story of survival that will change how you see the world. This moving summary follows a Syrian beekeeper and his wife, an artist, as they flee a devastating war, seeking refuge and a new beginning. You'll explore the profound challenges of their perilous journey across Europe, from the trauma of displacement to the glimmers of hope they find in unexpected places. Learn how love, memory, and the simple act of caring for bees can become powerful anchors in a world turned upside down.
Meet the author
Christy Lefteri is an award-winning author whose work is deeply informed by her experience as a volunteer at a UNICEF-supported refugee centre in Athens. The daughter of Cypriot refugees, she grew up hearing stories of loss and displacement, which inspired her to spend two summers working directly with those fleeing conflict. This profound personal connection and firsthand experience gave her the unique insight to write The Beekeeper of Aleppo, lending an authentic and powerful voice to the refugee experience.
What's it about
How do you hold onto love when you've lost everything else? Discover a story of survival that will change how you see the world. This moving summary follows a Syrian beekeeper and his wife, an artist, as they flee a devastating war, seeking refuge and a new beginning. You'll explore the profound challenges of their perilous journey across Europe, from the trauma of displacement to the glimmers of hope they find in unexpected places. Learn how love, memory, and the simple act of caring for bees can become powerful anchors in a world turned upside down.
Meet the author
Christy Lefteri is an award-winning author whose work is deeply informed by her experience as a volunteer at a UNICEF-supported refugee centre in Athens. The daughter of Cypriot refugees, she grew up hearing stories of loss and displacement, which inspired her to spend two summers working directly with those fleeing conflict. This profound personal connection and firsthand experience gave her the unique insight to write The Beekeeper of Aleppo, lending an authentic and powerful voice to the refugee experience.
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