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In this story Ishmael Beah, author of Radiance of Tomorrow and A Long Way Gone, is interviewed about his experience as a child soldier in Sierra Leone. He talks about his understanding of the effects of war on his country. Beah describes the lessons of war, the impact fighting has on nature, as well as the resilience of his people. Listen to learn more about Beah’s harrowing but inspirational story.
Africa Civil War Realistic Fiction Historical Fiction World Literature Violence Race Class Black
Story Length: 7:40
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AIR DATE: 01/09/2014