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Love and Obstacles

by Aleksandar Hemon

Love and Obstacles

by Aleksandar Hemon

'Love and Obstacles' is a collection of intricately woven tales that trace the journey of a young man from the culturally rich streets of Sarajevo to the uncharted terrains of the United States. Evocatively penned by Aleksandar Hemon, these stories explore the visceral realities of an immigrant's life - the yearning for one's homeland, the bitter-sweet tang of coming-of-age, and the universal quest for belonging. With each narrative, Hemon masterfully captures the essence of displacement and the longing for connection, all while wrapping the reader in his trademark humor and unexpected twists that mirror the unpredictability of life itself. This collection is not merely about difficulties; it's about transcending them and finding humor and humanity in the most unexpected of places.

  • Fiction
  • Human
  • Cultural
  • Immigrant
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