Wendy Pearlman

Professor of political science at Northwestern University specializing in Middle East politics. Author of "The Home I Worked to Make: Voices from the New Syrian Diaspora."

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Dec 10, 2024 • 1h 8min

Wendy Pearlman, "The Home I Worked to Make: Voices from the New Syrian Diaspora" (Liveright, 2024)

Wendy Pearlman, a political science professor at Northwestern University, explores the emotional landscapes of Syrian refugees in her new book. She shares gripping stories reflecting on what 'home' means after war and displacement. The discussion reveals how narratives of resilience underscore the importance of belonging amidst chaos. Listeners learn about personal choices surrounding the longing for home and the complex identities formed in new lands. Pearlman’s insights invite us to rethink our own definitions of home in a world marked by conflict.

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