Powerful, beautifully written story. I remember hearing about this a couple of years ago but had not read the book. The author grew up in a Palestinian refugee camp in Gaza, managed to rise from poverty and become a doctor, fought for political and medical rights for Palestinians, and then after the untimely death of his wife, three of his eight children were killed in a rocket attack during an Israeli incursion into Gaza. Yet he still, through his hurt and anger, chooses to believe in peace and justice. I was very touched by this story. I have to confess that sometimes I tend to lean toward the Israeli position--these people are attacking them, they have to protect themselves. But after reading this book, I have a much better understanding of what is occurring and am much more sympathetic. I used to think "Oh, a border crossing--you show your id and walk through" but this is not at ALL what it is like to get into and out of the territories as a Palestinian. I had no idea the depth of deprivation and humiliation Palestinians have to endure, and I don't think I will ever forget this story--especially as the author tries to reach his critically ill wife and is held up at border crossings and checkpoints and takes hours and hours to reach her. This is a must-read for someone trying to understand the issues in the Middle East, and it's a lovely, heartfelt, occasionally heart-breaking read. Highly recommended.