Waiting to Be Arrested at Night

Waiting to Be Arrested at Night is a compelling memoir by Uyghur poet Tahir Hamut Izgil, offering a poignant account of life under China's oppressive surveillance regime in Xinjiang. Celebrated for its candid and finely crafted prose, the book sheds light on the destruction of Uyghur culture and community, serving as both a call to awareness and a tribute to those silenced. It has received prestigious awards and critical acclaim for its powerful storytelling and urgent message.