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From A Dark Cave To New Zealand
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From A Dark Cave To New Zealand is a gripping memoir by Mustafa Darbandi that recounts his perilous journey from the depths of despair to the shores of hope. Hiding in a dark cave at the border triangle of Iraq, Iran, and Turkey, Darbandi narrates the harrowing experiences he faced as a Kurdish freedom fighter. This compelling true story chronicles his escape across treacherous landscapes, evading security forces and mercenaries while grappling with existential threats, from wild animals to the indifference of international agencies. With vivid storytelling, Darbandi captures the heart-wrenching realities of displacement and the fierce will to survive. Each chapter reveals the resilience of the human spirit as he faces danger and uncertainty across Turkey, Iran, Pakistan, Afghanistan, and ultimately finds solace in New Zealand. The narrative not only highlights his struggles but celebrates his triumph over adversity, illustrating how New Zealand became his sanctuary—a place where he could rebuild his life and identity after years of turmoil. This book is essential for those interested in stories of migration, personal empowerment, and the pursuit of freedom, making it a valuable addition to discussions on Kurdish history and refugee experiences.
Author: Mustafa Darbandi
Bind: paperback
Publication Date: 31-07-2020
Hiding in a tiny dark cave in the border triangle between Iraq, Iran and Turkey, Mustafa Darbandi is facing his fear that he may not survive. On the run because of his membership of a banned Kurdish freedom movement, he has begun an extraordinary journey. It will take him from Iraq to Turkey to Iran to Pakistan to Afghanistan and finally to New Zealand. Along the way he will be threatened by security forces, mercenaries, police, helicopters, landmines, wild wolves and even UNHCR indifference. After several years in exile he finally arrives in his new home. "In my desperation the idea crept into my mind that death was death whether I got killed or starved to death. Perhaps putting an end to my life would be preferable to being captured by mercenaries or eaten alive by wild animals..." "When I set foot on New Zealand soil, I felt born again. After I'd been uprooted from my town and village in Kurdistan, New Zealand became the bedrock of my security, offering me an opportunity to become who I am".
Author: Mustafa Darbandi
Bind: paperback
Publication Date: 31-07-2020
Hiding in a tiny dark cave in the border triangle between Iraq, Iran and Turkey, Mustafa Darbandi is facing his fear that he may not survive. On the run because of his membership of a banned Kurdish freedom movement, he has begun an extraordinary journey. It will take him from Iraq to Turkey to Iran to Pakistan to Afghanistan and finally to New Zealand. Along the way he will be threatened by security forces, mercenaries, police, helicopters, landmines, wild wolves and even UNHCR indifference. After several years in exile he finally arrives in his new home. "In my desperation the idea crept into my mind that death was death whether I got killed or starved to death. Perhaps putting an end to my life would be preferable to being captured by mercenaries or eaten alive by wild animals..." "When I set foot on New Zealand soil, I felt born again. After I'd been uprooted from my town and village in Kurdistan, New Zealand became the bedrock of my security, offering me an opportunity to become who I am".
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