Scattered

In 'Scattered: The Making and Unmaking of a Refugee', Aamna Mohdin courageously revisits her past, marked by the turmoil of the Somali Civil War and her subsequent displacement.

The book is a raw and unflinching portrayal of her journey from Somalia to the UK, highlighting the role of luck in her survival and the complexities of her identity.

Mohdin reflects on her experiences as a journalist and her encounters that prompted her to write the book, including a critical moment in Dunkirk where she was mistaken for a refugee.

The narrative explores the historical, social, and political forces that shape refugee experiences and emphasizes the importance of refugees telling their own stories.