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Son of Elsewhere

A Memoir in Pieces
Book • 2022
In this memoir, Elamin Abdelmahmoud recounts his life from his childhood in Sudan to his immigration to Canada at the age of 12.

He navigates the complexities of balancing a new racial identity, learning English, and dealing with the aftermath of 9/11 as a Muslim teen.

The book explores themes of identity, culture, and belonging through humorous and intellectually fierce essays, reflecting on his experiences with popular culture, family, and the immigrant experience.

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