{"product_id":"9781859643297","title":"The Almond Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003eGifted with a mind that continues to impress the elders in his village, Ichmad Hamid struggles with knowing that he can do nothing to save his friends and family. Living on occupied land, his entire village operates in fear of losing their homes, jobs, and belongings. But more importantly, they fear losing each other.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOn Ichmad's twelfth birthday, that fear becomes reality.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith his father imprisoned, his family's home and possessions confiscated, and his siblings quickly succumbing to hatred in the face of conflict, Ichmad begins an inspiring journey using his intellect to save his poor and dying family. In doing so he reclaims a love for others that was lost through a childhood rife with violence and loss, and discovers a new hope for the future.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eReminiscent of  \u003ci\u003eThe Kite Runner\u003c\/i\u003e  and  \u003ci\u003eOne Thousand Splendid Suns\u003c\/i\u003e , this is an uplifting read, which conveys a message of optimism and hope.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Garnet Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47043485434096,"sku":"9781859643297","price":14.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9781859643297_p0.jpg?v=1763600037","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9781859643297","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}