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Samir, a young Palestinian boy, is sent to an Israeli hospital for a critical operation. During his stay he experiences two otherworldly adventures, including a transformative friendship with an Israeli boy named Yonatan. Together they are whisked to the planet Mars, where Samir confronts the sorrow of losing his younger brother in the ongoing conflict. Through this surreal journey, Samir learns to find peace and hope in the midst of war and loss.
First publish date: 2000
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Daniella Carmi
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