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I've found it interesting that Ishmael and his friends listen to and enjoy the same rappers that were popular in the US at the time. Its cool that we share things in common with people in countries half way around the globe such as Sierra Leone.
ReplyDeleteThe thing that instantly shocked me was Ishmael's description of war. It was absolutely crazy to hear how, as a 12 year old boy, he had to take up so much responsibly and maturity so early and never got to experience the rest of his childhood. I couldn't image anything like it. I feel so bad for him, yet so proud at the same time. He took on a great fight literally and mentally.
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