About “In the Country of Men”
In the Country of Men is set in Libya in 1979 and follows the experiences of nine-year-old Suleiman as he navigates the ordinary routines of childhood amid the growing tension of his father's mysterious absence and the increasing threat of state surveillance. The story centers on Suleiman's confusion and fear as he witnesses his family's life unravel under the pressure of political repression, including his mother burning his father's books and the sudden disappearance of his best friend's father.
Book details
- Published
- 2006
- Latest edition
- 2006 · ISBN 9780786296415
- ISBN
- 9780786296415
Frequently asked questions
How many pages is In the Country of Men?
In the Country of Men by Hisham Matar has 349 pages.
