A review by kamckim
The Unwanted: Stories of the Syrian Refugees by Don Brown

3.0

Yet another book about Syrian refugees. For those familiar with the crisis, there is nothing new as far as news or stories of Syrian refugees go. There's a quick brush of the history of Arab Spring, police brutality and the Assad regime. What's admirable about the book, however, is that Brown sticks with stories from primary sources, from the experiences of the refugees themselves. Also of note are the graphs and information he includes about countries that accepted and did not accept refugees. There are some insider looks into life in camps in Turkey, Greece and Jordan. The graphic novel format may hook some readers who are still not familiar with the crisis, which is a good thing. Also, admirable, a portion of the proceeds go to The International Rescue Committee. So, get it, especially if you HAVEN'T read any refugee stories. If you have, get it anyway, to support your fellow human beings.