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| Publisher | Michael Joseph |
| ISBN 13 | 9780241347515 |
| Author | Aeham Ahmad |
| Book Format | Paperback |
| Language | English |
| Book Description | Pianist of Yarmouk |
| Editorial Review | If ever confirmation that music and love will always defeat misery and tyranny was needed, Ahmad's testimony delivers it in the humblest and most moving way Aeham Ahmad is a talented and brave man of peace. Please read his book and pass it on to anyone who doesn't know or understand the plight of today's refugees * Stanley Tucci * Suddenly opened a hidden door to reality * The Sunday Times * An epic story * RTE Guide * Ahmad has created a moving and visceral account of conflict, hope and the power of music * Hannah Beckerman, Observer * |
| About the Author | Aeham Ahmad, born in Damascus in 1988, grew up in Yarmouk, a suburb of Damascus. From the age of four onwards his father encouraged his musical talent and at seven he received piano lessons at the Arab Institute in Damascus. He later studied music education in Homs and worked as a music teacher. In 2015 he was forced to flee to Germany because of the war in Syria. Today he lives with his family in Wiesbaden and gives concerts all over Europe. In December 2015, Ahmad was awarded the International Beethoven Prize for Human Rights. This is his first book. |
| Edition Number | 0 |
| Publication Date | 21-Mar-19 |
| Number of Pages | 0 |
