A powerful and moving testimony that everyone should read. Sahoom's story is a reminder of the strength of the Palestinian people.
A Testament to Resilience
Sahoom's Story
A Palestinian Journey since 1935
At just twelve years old, Sahoom was expelled from her home in Palestine, cast out from the only world she had ever known. This is her story of survival, resilience, and the unbreakable spirit of a people who refuse to be forgotten.
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The Story
A Testament to Survival
In 1948, during what Palestinians call the Nakba (the Catastrophe), over 750,000 Palestinians were forcibly expelled from their homes. Entire villages were destroyed, families separated, and a way of life erased. Sahoom was just twelve years old when she became one of these displaced souls.
This book is not just her story. It is the story of Palestine itself, told through the eyes of a girl who lost everything but never lost her identity, her dignity, or her hope for return.
1935
Born in Haifa
1948
Forcibly Displaced
90
Years Old Today
5
Children Raised
Where can I free myself of the homeland in my body?
Mahmoud Darwish
Her Story
Meet Sahoom
Sahoom was born in Haifa, Palestine in 1935. At just twelve years old, she was forced from her home during the Nakba, never to return. Today, at 90 years old, her memory remains vivid, her spirit unbroken.
Through decades of displacement, from Palestine to Lebanon to Kuwait, Sahoom raised five children, instilling in them an unwavering connection to their Palestinian identity. Her story is not just one of loss, but of resilience, dignity, and an enduring love for a homeland that lives in her heart.
A Living Witness
One of the last generation to remember Palestine before 1948.
Family Legacy
Raised five children who carry Palestine in their hearts and pass it to the next generation.
Unbroken Spirit
After 80 years in exile, her love for Palestine remains as strong as the day she left.
What You'll Discover
Inside The Book
Through twelve deeply personal chapters, Sahoom's story unfolds from her peaceful childhood in Haifa to her forced displacement and decades in exile, told with raw honesty and profound dignity.
01
Early Years
Sahoom's birth in Haifa in 1935, a city flourishing with trade, commerce, and the promise of a bright future.
02
Haifa: A City Lost
The vibrant port city where Christians, Muslims, Jews, and Druze lived side by side in peace, before it was shattered.
03
Balad al-Sheikh
A peaceful chapter before the storm, where Sahoom attended school, made friends, and tasted the last moments of normalcy.
04
Nakba, 1947-1948
The catastrophe that changed everything. Attacks, displacement, and the moment Sahoom's childhood ended forever.
05
Birth in the Horse Shed
Her youngest brother born in a shed, surrounded by fear and uncertainty, yet also love and fierce protection.
06
The Journey Back Home
A dangerous attempt to return home, only to find everything stolen and the life they knew completely erased.
The Importance
Why This Story Matters
Palestinian voices are systematically silenced, their stories erased from history books and public discourse. Yet these testimonies are vital, irreplaceable records of a people's experience, resilience, and ongoing struggle for justice.
Preservation of Memory
Sahoom is among the last generation to remember pre-1948 Palestine. These firsthand accounts must be documented before they're lost forever.
Historical Truth
Her testimony counters erasure and denial, providing authentic evidence of what happened to Palestinian families during the Nakba.
Educational Value
This book serves as an essential resource for understanding Palestinian history, displacement, and the ongoing impact of colonization.
Human Connection
Beyond politics and headlines, this is a deeply human story that builds empathy and understanding across cultures and borders.
750K
Palestinians Displaced in 1948
Every Palestinian story is a thread in the fabric of Palestine's soul, each one carrying the weight of loss, the light of resilience, and the hope of return.
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Your Impact
Every Purchase Makes a Difference
When you purchase Sahoom's Story, you're not just buying a book. You're supporting Palestinian communities and helping preserve vital testimonies for future generations.
All proceeds from this book go directly to Underline Palestine, a charity dedicated to supporting Palestinian communities, preserving Palestinian culture, and amplifying Palestinian voices worldwide.
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Cultural Preservation
Help document and preserve Palestinian stories, traditions, and history.
Amplifying Voices
Support platforms and initiatives that share Palestinian narratives globally.
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Reader Reviews
Beautifully written and deeply emotional. This book opened my eyes to the Palestinian experience in ways I never understood before.
An essential read. Sahoom's voice deserves to be heard, and this book does her story justice with dignity and respect.
A powerful and moving testimony that everyone should read. Sahoom's story is a reminder of the strength of the Palestinian people.
Beautifully written and deeply emotional. This book opened my eyes to the Palestinian experience in ways I never understood before.
An essential read. Sahoom's voice deserves to be heard, and this book does her story justice with dignity and respect.