A Child in Palestine: The Cartoons of Naji al-Ali

Naji Al-Ali with his caricatures captures the demise of the Palestinians from 1980 to now..As if time froze for those indigenous people and the images are so relevant now much more than ever. No wonder he was assassinated to shut him up. The little boy Handala is my favorite character. An observant to one Nakba after another. I don’t think Naji imagined in his wildest dreams that even Handala can be killed or bombed or removed out of the picture.

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Such beautiful images

Naji al-Ali, creator of the character Hanthala, has truly lit a candle to lighten the darkness of the Palestinian refugees. Hanthala has stolen the hearts of Palestinians everywhere. Al-Ali says that Hanthala "represented the honest Palestinian who will always be on people's mind." Joe Sacco wrote the introduction and describes Hanthala as epitomizing the "poorest, most powerless Palestinian." His hands are behind his back, and his back is always to the reader. He is only an observer, but he observes everything--Israeli oppression, Arab leaders, the U.S., and even his neighbors.The English captions and introductions to each section give the Western reader a greater understanding of the plight of the Palestinians than they could ever get from Western publications. Al-Ali presents a view of the Palestine problem as seen from the inside.The simple cartoons are heavy with irony. Like Hanthala, the cartoons observe the absurd whenever it exists.

Nani al-Ali has contributed sparkling witness to truth with many cutting edges - a courageous work that is bound to live on - in political, human, and artistic history yet to be written. A man with a conscience, life experience, and a pen is - indeed - to be feared by the underbelly of so-called civilization. Al-Ali's pen continues to be mightier than the sword - or bomb - or wall - or oppressor's boot. We say, thank you! And Hooray for Hanthala, we long to see his face one day - smiling.

From one of the most revered and eminent Palestinian cartoonists, Naji al-Ali.Provides deep and moving insight into the everyday lives of Palestinians.Beautifully introduced and bequeathed by Joe Sacco.Arabic as well as non-Arabic readers alike will benefit from the concise explanations and insightful contextualization of al-Ali's supremely humanizing cartoons and legacy.

Naji al-Ali's Hanthala is a beloved icon for Palestinians across the world. Ali's cartoons are a symbol of the occupation and resistance. Many of them are graphic, but all of them are truly moving and portray the feelings of Palestinians everywhere. Sacco's commentary on the cartoons is helpful for those who aren't as familiar with Palestinian history and for those who can't read Arabic. The cartoon's of Naji al-Ali are a must-have addition to any collection on the Israeli/Palestinian conflict.

I LOVE ALL HIS CARTOON ILLUSTRATIONS!! ESPECIALLY, THOUGH, THOSE HE DRAWS ON THE PALESTINIAN ISSUE!!! GREAT TEXTUAL HISTORY ANS STORY-TELLING WITH A FIRM COMMITMENT!!!

If you like Palestine and the story of Handala it’s a great gift

A wonderful part of the Palestinian history and very expressive drawing and strong messages!

Great book and amazing cartoonist. This cartoon is a very good way to learn about the palestinians and their situation. Free Palestine!!!

Mit dem Buch verstehe ich besser, warum Naji Al-Ali mit seiner Palästinisches-Kind-Figur so berühmt wurde.Empfohlen für jeden, nicht nur für Pro-Palästina Freunde.

This little book is nicely presented, It covers many aspects of the Palestinian/ Israeli problems both between the opposing sides and the world wide political reactions. Naji a;-Ali's little cartoon character, Hanthala, is famous throughout the Middle East and is iconic for the Palestinian cause. There is an excellent introduction by Joe Sacco which puts the book into context with some historical background.