A Long Way Gone

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A Long Way Gone
A Long Way Gone is a auto- biography written by
Ishmael Beah, A former child soldier. I would
give this book 5 out of 5 stars because
this book is a truly breathtaking
experience.However I strongly believe before you
read this book, reader discretion is advised.
This book is about a childs first hand
experience with death and murder. This book is
NOT for the weak hearted.
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This background is a picture of my hometown, and
where my journey took place. It all started when
I was 12, around 19?? in Sierra Leone, Africa.
Me and my friends made a rap band to kill some
of our spare time. We entered contests and
talent show a lot. I used to help my mother
cook, and I would cook for my brothers
sometimes. I also learned to farm on my journey,
but it was hard work. I would eat oranges off the
trees all the time. Now I live in New York
City and go to school with my friends.
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Ishmael Hi Junior! Junior Hey. Ishmael I just
finished working on the house with dad. Junior
Well I have to go pack for our trip to Mattru
Jong for the talent contest.
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Blog 2
Ishmael Junior Im scared. Ive been hearing
about the rebels attacking our village. I hope
Mom and Dad are okay. Junior Calm down Ishmael,
Im sure they are fine, we can ask people if
they know anything about it tomorrow. Ishmael
Okay
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Ishmael No one knows anything about our village
Junior, and our parents didnt come to find
us. Junior Its going to be okay, we need to
leave tomorrow, Ive heard talk of the rebels
coming our way.
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Blog 4
Ishmael I cant believe we got away from the
rebels today, I hope they never find us again..
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Blog 5
Ishmael Junior I havent seen you since we got
split up, were are you? (15 minutes
later) Ishmael Junior.. Ishmael Junior, SAY
SOMETHING BACK! (10 minutes later) Ishmael .
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Ishmael Junior