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What happens to a boy whose country vanishes just as he becomes a man? My Name is Sahal is a moving debut novel that explores the story of a generation whose dreams were reshaped by war, exile, and displacement. Born in Somalia in the early 1970s, Sahal grows up in peaceful neighbourhoods where schools are strong, friendships are fierce, and futures are bright. Like many of his classmates, he imagines himself becoming a doctor, a teacher, a poet, or an engineer. Then the collapse comes: civil war tears through the country, scattering families, ending lives, and forcing thousands into exile. Told through the reflective voice of Sahal, now in his fifties and living in Europe, the novel traces a journey across decades and continents. From dusty classrooms in Baidoa to the crowded chaos of refugee camps, and finally to the quieter, complex rhythms of diaspora life, Sahal's story is one of survival and remembrance. Along the way, the reader meets unforgettable mentors, friends shaped by hardship, and the haunting memory of those who never made it. This is not only one man's story but a universal tale of resilience in the face of loss, of the fragile bonds that hold communities together, and of the quiet courage it takes to carry memory across generations. At its heart, My Name is Sahal is a tribute: to those who survived, to those who disappeared, and to those still searching for who they were meant to be. Rich in humanity, deeply reflective, and resonant with themes of exile, faith, and belonging, this novel speaks to anyone who has ever asked: What does it mean to remember where you come from when the place itself is gone?

About the Author :
Dr. Nuur Hassan is a UK-based author whose work explores exile, identity, faith, and belonging. My Name is Sahal, his third book and first novel, marks his debut in literary fiction after two earlier works of non-fiction: The Role of Somali Parents in Their Children's Education (2018) and Between a Rock and a Hard Place: A Somali Boy Growing Up in Minnesota (2022).Drawing on the experiences and silences of the Somali diaspora, his writing reflects on memory, migration, and resilience. He is known for a thoughtful, reflective style that blends storytelling with the deeper questions of faith and cultural identity. Through his books and essays, Dr. Hassan seeks to connect readers across continents and generations, offering narratives that honour the struggles of displacement while celebrating the strength of survival. He continues to write with the belief that literature can preserve memory, heal wounds, and build bridges of understanding across diverse communities.


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Product Details
  • ISBN-13: 9781836154358
  • Publisher: Grosvenor House Publishing Ltd
  • Publisher Imprint: Grosvenor House Publishing Ltd
  • Height: 216 mm
  • No of Pages: 222
  • Returnable: N
  • Returnable: N
  • Sub Title: A Journey of Exile, Love and Legacy
  • Width: 140 mm
  • ISBN-10: 1836154356
  • Publisher Date: 13 Nov 2025
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Language: English
  • Returnable: N
  • Returnable: N
  • Spine Width: 13 mm
  • Weight: 313 gr


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