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Sarajevo: A War Journal

by Zlatko Dizdarevic · 1993

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Originally written as columns from Oslobodenje, Sarajevo's only newspaper to operate throughout the siege, this collection vividly describes a life in which unspeakable horrors are daily occurrences. While witnessing the gradual destruction of his city, Dizdarevic emphasizes the heroism of Sarajevo's citizens as they try to survive. Recipient of the International Prize from Reporters Without Borders.

Subject
historyhistoryMore like thisLess of this
Genre
war and militarywar and militaryMore like thisLess of this
Setting
SarajevoSarajevoMore like thisLess of this
Audience
adult
Length
short · 193 pages

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