Meskel: An Ethiopian Family Saga, 1926-1981

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Summary: A Poignant True Story
Review: I read this book some time back and am delighted to see it on the amazon web. A truly emotinally gripping adventure story of two different cultures blending into shared human experiences which often move to tears. I was hooked from the first page by its blend of interesting historical information always presented through the eyes of individuals from different cultures experiencing history in the making. A real page turner.

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Summary: Unbelievable True Story
Review: I write this review on behalf of many who lived a good part of their lives in the heart of Africa and who share my views. Ethiopia has left a print in our hearts and now after almost 25 years, Lukas and Mellina Fanouris have managed, with their book 'Meskel', to bring to life some of the happy times and, albeit, some of the sad and painful days that spoilt a once beautiful country. Through some painful but very accurate descriptions, this couple have managed to record an era that will go down in history. For those of us that were fortunate enough to have 'escaped' in time, this is a true testimony of what happened when the leadership of a country fell into ruthless hands.

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Summary: A Must Read of Family Values and Human Integrity
Review: This is a book that should be on Oprah's list! Simply and beautifully written from the heart and deserves as much publicity as possible. Would make an incredible movie too!

Rating:
Summary: A Must Read of Family Values and Human Integrity
Review: This is a book that should be on Oprah's list! Simply and beautifully written from the heart and deserves as much publicity as possible. Would make an incredible movie too!

Rating:
Summary: A Poignant True Story
Review: This is a remarkable effort from unknown authors who not only put their heart and soul in writing this heart-rending story about my country, but were brave enough to have it published at a time when their lives could have been at risk. Mengistu Haile Mariam's brutal military revolution destroyed the lives of innocent people causing great suffering and humiliation. This is an excellent, well written tear-jerker that touched the core of my heart. A great read that keeps you glued until the very end.