Author(s): Sampriti Sarkar

Abstract: In Khaled Hosseini’s “Sea Prayer”, a poignant and emotionally charged work of fiction, the author captures the harrowing realities faced by refugees through the tale of a father and his young son on a precarious journey. This review reflects on how Hosseini’s lyrical writing style captures the deep emotions and complex realities faced by those forced to flee their homes in search of safety and a better life. In addition, the review also explores the book’s unique format, combining text and illustrations by Dan Williams to create a visually stunning and deeply immersive reading experiences.

Keywords: Khaled Hosseini, Refugee, Death, War, Homeland

Article Info: Received: 12 Aug 2023; Received in revised form: 13 Sep 2023; Accepted: 22 Sep 2023; Available online: 01 Oct 2023

DOI: 10.22161/ijels.85.9