Under The Persimmon Tree: Discover the Unforgettable Journey of Najmah and Nusrat

Under The Persimmon Tree, written by Suzanne Fisher Staples, is a captivating novel that takes readers on an extraordinary journey of love, loss, and resilience. Set against the backdrop of war-torn Afghanistan, the story follows two protagonists, Najmah and Nusrat, as they navigate the challenges of survival and find hope amidst chaos.

The : Afghan Girl Seeking Hope Amidst War

Chapter 1: The Innocence Shattered

In the opening chapter, readers are introduced to Najmah, a young Afghan girl living a peaceful life in a small village with her family. Their daily routines are filled with simple joys and strong family bonds. However, their tranquility is shattered when a group of armed men invades their village, leaving death and destruction in their wake. Najmah's life takes a tragic turn as she loses her parents and baby brother in the chaos.

Chapter 2: Escape and Journey

Alone and devastated, Najmah embarks on a perilous journey to find safety and reunite with her older brother, Habib. With determination in her heart, she braves harsh landscapes, encounters strangers, and confronts unimaginable dangers. Along the way, she crosses paths with Nusrat, a teacher who has lost his wife and two children in a bombing.

Under the Persimmon Tree

by Suzanne Fisher Staples(Kindle Edition)

4.4 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	382 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Print length	:	305 pages

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Chapter 3: Bonding and Overcoming Challenges

Najmah and Nusrat discover solace in each other's company as they continue their arduous journey through war-torn Afghanistan. They form a deep bond, finding strength in their shared experiences of loss and a desire to find a better life. Together, they face numerous challenges, including hunger, enemy attacks, and the constant fear of being discovered by the Taliban.

Chapter 4: Seeking Refuge and New Beginnings

After a long and treacherous journey, Najmah and Nusrat finally find temporary refuge in a Pakistani refugee camp. Here, they encounter other displaced Afghans who have also endured unimaginable hardships. In this setting, the characters discover resilience and hope as they work towards rebuilding their lives and finding a sense of normalcy amidst the chaos of war.

Chapter 5: The Power of Education and Healing

In the final chapter, Najmah's dream of reuniting with her brother, Habib, becomes a reality. They are brought together in an unexpected turn of events, and their reunion is filled with both joy and sorrow. Najmah's resilience is further highlighted as she embraces the opportunity to rebuild her life and pursue her passion for education, inspired by Nusrat's dedication to teaching.

Under The Persimmon Tree is a poignant and emotionally charged novel that sheds light on the harsh realities of war and the indomitable human spirit. Suzanne Fisher Staples masterfully weaves a story that captures the readers' hearts and minds, taking them on a journey of perseverance and hope against all odds. This unforgettable tale serves as a testament to the strength and resilience of the human spirit, reminding us that even in the darkest times, there is always a glimmer of light.

Under the Persimmon Tree

by Suzanne Fisher Staples(Kindle Edition)

4.4 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	382 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Print length	:	305 pages

FREE

Intertwined portraits of courage and hope in Afghanistan and Pakistan

Najmah, a young Afghan girl whose name means "star," suddenly finds herself alone when her father and older brother are conscripted by the Taliban and her mother and newborn brother are killed in an air raid. An American woman, Elaine, whose Islamic name is Nusrat, is also on her own. She waits out the war in Peshawar, Pakistan, teaching refugee children under the persimmon tree in her garden while her Afghan doctor husband runs a clinic in Mazar-i-Sharif, Afghanistan.

Najmah's father had always assured her that the stars would take care of her, just as Nusrat's husband had promised that they would tell Nusrat where he was and that he was safe. As the two look to the skies for answers, their fates entwine. Najmah, seeking refuge and hoping to find her father and brother, begins the perilous journey through the mountains to cross the border into Pakistan. And Nusrat's persimmon-tree school awaits Najmah's arrival. Together, they both seek their way home.

Known for her award-winning fiction set in South Asia, Suzanne Fisher Staples revisits that part of the world in this beautifully written, heartrending novel.

Under the Persimmon Tree is a 2006 Bank Street - Best Children's Book of the Year.