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Hurricane Katrina captivated America for years and still does to this day. It created so many problems in the public and private arena. After years of hearing horrible stories of devastation it was hard not to become numb to the pain. I thought this book was really interesting because it followed one families unbelievable experience throughout this disaster. Many sections of this book were incomprehensible to me. This novel tackles Katrina, disaster relief, the war on terror, the government, and the way one family struggled to get over all of these hurdles. The strength of the family bond was exceptional through the turmoil. I also appreciated that the novel did not focus on blaming the individuals or the government it allowed the reader to make their own decisions. Overall I thought this novel was well written and heavy but a good read.

I had to read this for book club and to be honest I put it off for quite a while. I am not usually a reader of the 'true story/memoir' genre. But I have to say that from the moment I finally started this book, I was pulled in and couldn't hardly put it down. Great story, well written in a style to keep me engaged. Definitely a story that "makes you think". I agree to some degree with some of the folks in my book group who said that you only saw one side - the good side - of the key characters, but I think that is minor when compared to the story as a whole.

A profound look at our own countries mind-set post 9/11 and during one of the most horrific floods in American history. One mans journey through this period in time.

Another great piece of non-fiction by Dave Eggers, this time delving into the horrors of Hurricane Katrina by relating the story of one family's experience. Deeply disturbing.

I really enjoyed this book. Eggers is a writer to emulate. He could create suspense in telling us how to change the oil in our car.

Zeitoun is the last name of a 40 something Syrian born American muslim whose family is caught up in the tragedy of Hurricane Katrina.

"Zeitoun" is also about how, for a short time, the american dream went horribly wrong. Those who are fascinated with the human condition, the heights and depths it attains, will find a great story here.