Refugee Boy

This course explores Benjamin Zephaniah’s Refugee Boy, focusing on its plot, characters, historical and social context, and key themes. Students will examine how Zephaniah portrays the struggles of identity, belonging, and resilience through the experiences of young Alem, a refugee caught between cultures. The course also considers themes of family, conflict, and social justice, revealing how Refugee Boy challenges prejudice and highlights the human cost of displacement. Through this study, learners will develop a deeper understanding of empathy, identity, and the search for home in a divided world.

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