City of Thorns

"City of Thorns" provides a vivid and compassionate look into the lives of residents in the Dadaab refugee camp, exploring their personal stories amid a complex political and humanitarian landscape. Over four years, author Ben Rawlence shares the experiences of individuals seeking survival and hope in this unique and challenging environment. Through their narratives, the book illuminates the broader forces that confine them, offering an urgent human perspective on global refugee issues.