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What is the What is a work of fiction by Dave Eggers that recounts the experiences of Valentino Achak Deng, one of the Lost Boys of Sudan. The narrative alternates between Deng's harrowing journey as a child fleeing civil war in Sudan and his challenging life as a refugee in the United States. The book explores themes of survival, identity, and the search for meaning amidst displacement and trauma, drawing on Deng's real-life testimony to illuminate the broader humanitarian crisis.
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