“Every part of my body felt electric. My chest ached and my head throbbed with the great terrible limitless possibility of the morning, and when it came, the sky was washed white, everything was new, and I hadn't slept at all.”
Book:What is the What
Quote by Dave Eggers
Work
What is the What
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. more
Author
Dave Eggers
Dave Eggers is an American writer, born on March 12, 1970. He is known for his unique narrative style and his focus on social issues. His notable works include 'A Heartbreaking Work of Staggering Genius' and 'The Time Traveler's Wife'. more
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