The Story of a Dinka

James Buol has penned a remarkable account of his journey from his childhood in South Sudan to his life as an adult in Boston. His telling of his struggle is distinctive and compelling because of his candor and authenticity. His book, I Was Just a Quiet Little Boy, is written in the simple direct language of someone who learned English in refugee camps, without any fanfare or self-promotion. The book is written just as James told me his story in person.

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