Morocco: A Remembrance of Childhood, Colonialism and the Cold War - Hardcover

by James B. Farmer (Author)

An award-winning, entertaining and often humorous memoir of a young boy coming of age in Morocco during the 1950's at the height of colonialism and the cold war.

While his military family becomes enmeshed in Morocco's troubled relationship with its French colonial overlords, it's fascinating Islamic history, and its egalitarian tribal culture, the author gains the insights and perspectives that will guide him through the rest of his life.

"More than a memoir, Morocco is a coming-of-age story. A recounting of a boy growing up between two worlds-one shaped by American military life, the other by the rich traditions of Morocco. Farmer's writing is captivating, emotional and profoundly personal, striking the perfect balance between humor and nostalgia and engaging readers with vivid imagery and sharp insights... Exhilarating and deeply personal, experience a ride through history, culture, and the wonder of childhood in a land where the past and future collide."--Maincrest Media

"Morocco...captures the essence of a childhood filled with adventure, discovery, and the bittersweet transitions that come with growing up in a military family...Farmer's writing is imbued with a sense of warmth and authenticity, painting a vivid picture of the time and places it covers...[while offering a] glimpse into a world that many readers may find unfamiliar yet fascinating... [A] poignant and evocative exploration of a unique childhood...[Morocco is recommended to] anyone looking for an intimate, personal account of growing up in a time of great change, both at home and abroad."--Literary Titan

"Farmer's writing flows eloquently, and his descriptions pull the reader right into the scene, successfully [blending] his memories with the history of both [the U.S. and Morocco, while] bringing to life the beauty of Moroccan philosophies of family and community as opposed to the divisiveness being seen in so much of the world."--Reader's Favorite