THE BEEKEEPER OF ALEPPO

Description

The Beekeeper of Aleppo is a poignant novel by Christy Lefteri that delves into the harrowing journey of refugees fleeing war-torn Syria. Drawing from Lefteri’s experiences volunteering at a refugee center in Athens, the story follows Nuri, a beekeeper, and his wife Afra, an artist who loses her sight due to trauma. As they navigate their escape from Aleppo and the challenges of displacement, the novel explores themes of loss, resilience, and the enduring human spirit.

The narrative alternates between their past life in Syria and their present in the UK, offering a deeply human perspective on the refugee experience. Lefteri’s evocative prose captures the complexities of trauma and the hope that persists even in the darkest times

The Beekeeper of Aleppo has received critical acclaim for its compassionate storytelling and was awarded the Aspen Words Literary Prize.

This novel is a must-read for those seeking to understand the profound impacts of war and the resilience of the human spirit.