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The Journey of the Lost Boys: A Story of Courage, Faith and the Sheer Determination to Survive by a Group of Young Boys Called "The Lost Boys of Sudan" | 
 enlarge | Author: Joan Hecht
Publisher: Allswell Press
Category: Book
Buy New: $19.95
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Rating:  17 reviews
Sales Rank: 324791
Media: Paperback
Edition: 1
Pages: 168
Number Of Items: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.7
Dimensions (in): 8.7 x 5.9 x 0.5
ISBN: 0976387506
Dewey Decimal Number: 962.4043
EAN: 9780976387503
ASIN: 0976387506
Publication Date: May 30, 2005
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Book Description
Imagine you're a young boy—maybe as young as three or four—separated from your family by civil war, traversing deserts and mountains with little food or water, no medical care, and no protection from wild animals. Imagine watching hundreds of boys perish around you from hunger, disease, or attacks by enemy soldiers and wild animals. To most of us, it is unimaginable, but this was reality for "The Lost Boys of Sudan," thousands of young boys who were separated from their families and forced to walk approximately 1,000 miles to reach safe refuge from war and certain death. For the first time, this award winning book offers readers a chronological timeline of the epic journey taken by these children, beginning in their rural villages of Southern Sudan and ending with their arrival as young men to the United States. Narrated through the voice of Joan Hecht, one of their American mentors, whom they lovingly call "mom" or "Mama Joan;" "The Journey of the Lost Boys" is a compelling story of courage, faith and the sheer determination to survive by a group of young orphaned boys. Because of Joan Hecht's personal relationship with them, she is able to portray their story in a way that most famous reporters and authors cannot. In addition to her extensive research of the political and historical events surrounding the long lasting civil war in Sudan, are the heart-rending personal stories and original drawings of the boys themselves. A must read for anyone interested in the the true story of the Lost Boys of Sudan!
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 Exactly what I was looking for September 25, 2005
Constance Stolow (Winchester, MA USA)
12 out of 12 found this review helpful
I have come to know a "Lost Boy of Sudan" during his years living here in Massachusetts. He arrived here at about age fifteen with three or four other boys and lived with a local family. After graduating from our local, very good, high school, he has completed his first year at an excellent college. I have been following the story of these boys for several years and realized that he was probably very young when he lost his family and that he probably has very little knowledge of the big picture of what had happened to him. This book was written by a volunteer who had also come to know and love these remarkable boys. She went further than most volunteers and researched the background of the situation in Sudan. She included many photographs of different boys, both in the refugee camps in Africa and in their new lives in America. I purchased this book as a gift for this kind, sweet natured, intelligent and thoughtful boy who helped me in my garden last summer. I read it before I gave it to him and it was exactly what I was looking for. I hope it will be a book he will share with his friends from Sudan and others now that he has returned to college. I am sure he will be a fine adult and a success in all he does. He has worked so hard and been through so much that it is a joy for all who know him to watch his progress. I recommend this book very highly for anyone who is interested in these boys.
This is our true story!!! March 3, 2006
Wal (Florida)
11 out of 11 found this review helpful
I am one of the Lost Boys of Sudan and I can tell you that this book is the true story of our journey to freedom/America. I was there and I am a firsthand witness to the atrocities that happened to us and all people from the south of Sudan. When I read this book it brought back many memories of my homeland. Some were happy and some were very sad,like the loss of my family, friends, cattle and farmland. I think everyone who reads this book will be inspired by it. I encourage you to read it and ask yourself if you can do something to help my people who for so long have been forgotten by the entire world.
A unique heartfelt story June 8, 2005
Holli W. Seethaler
10 out of 10 found this review helpful
Joan Hecht writes about the Lost Boys in a unique personal way. In each chapter, a different Lost Boy tells of his own experience during a certain period of time- i.e. life before the war, walking to Ethiopia, and life in the refugee camp. The history was also well researched. The book not only brought tears of sadness but also tears of hope for the Lost Boys who have made it to the US. Her love and caring for the boys is evident throughout the book.
An accurate, heartfelt and well-written account June 27, 2006
David L. Paulson
10 out of 10 found this review helpful
Joan Hecht's "Journey" is in this reviewer's opinion the most interesting and accurate book available on the topic of the Lost Boys. As a former foster father to one of the lost boys and a fellow author and researcher, I recommend the book without hesitation. It presents an extraordinarily complicated situation in a manner that is comprehensible, fascinating and accurate. It gives the reader a true sense of the horror, courage and hope that has gripped a generation of young Sudanese men.
For its rare photos, clear and organized presentation and sincere prose, I highly recommend this informative and inspiring book and thank the author for her outstanding efforts.
 boys in Africa to men in America March 19, 2006
Rebecca Brown (Clallam Bay, WA United States)
9 out of 9 found this review helpful
Rebeccasreads highly recommends THE JOURNEY OF THE LOST BOYS as well worth the money with stories that will make a difference in your life, & give you glimpses into another way of looking at the world.
As in any dangerous & arduous trek, you have to start with the first step, From The Author gets you in touch with Joan Hecht's frames of references & how she became involved with the Lost Boys. Her writing is both light & compelling. Once you've started, you'll be unable to let go, even as you lift your eyes from the page, wondering where on earth you really are.
Filled with the Lost Boys stories, drawings & photos that all comes together to make a moving testament to their enduring courage & joy of life.
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