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Publication year 2009
Genre Book, Nonfiction
Themes Identity: Gender
Tags Gender / Feminism, Natural Disaster, September 11 Attacks, Creative Nonfiction, Women's Studies (Nonfiction), Modern Classic Fiction, History: World, Biography, Politics / Government
Zeitoun is a nonfiction narrative recounting the trials and ordeals of the Zeitoun family during Hurricane Katrina and its aftermath. Abdulrahman Zeitoun is a Syrian American who has built a successful business in New Orleans. With his wife, Kathy, an American who converted to Islam as an adult, and their children, Zeitoun feels a strong connection to his adopted city and country. He’s proud to be a builder and to help restore New Orleans in... Read Zeitoun Summary
Publication year 2014
Genre Book, Nonfiction
Themes Values/Ideas: Science & Technology
Tags Business / Economics, Self Help, Leadership/Organization/Management, Science / Nature