Francis Mading Deng’s The Dinka of the Sudan is a seminal ethnographic study that explores the intricate social, cultural, and spiritual life of the Dinka people, one of the largest ethnic groups in South Sudan. Through his work, Deng provides a comprehensive understanding of how the Dinka perceive themselves, their environment, and their relationship with […]
The Dinka of the Sudan: Culture and Naming in Dinka Society. Read More »
Rebecca Deng’s What They Meant for Evil: How a Lost Girl of Sudan Found Healing, Peace, and Purpose in the Midst of Suffering is a deeply personal memoir that recounts her journey from the horrors of war-torn South Sudan to a life of faith, healing, and advocacy in the United States. As one of the
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Introduction. “Father of the Lost Boys and Girl” by Yuot A. Alaak (2020) is a poignant memoir that chronicles the extraordinary journey of a family ensnared in the turmoil of war, displacement, and the quest for a new start. This deeply moving narrative not only explains the personal experiences of Alaak and his family but
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The label “Lost Boys (and Girls) of Sudan/South Sudan” is both descriptive and symbolic, emerging from a violent historical context and carrying deep emotional, cultural, and political meaning. The phrase refers to tens of thousands of children primarily from the Dinka and Nuer ethnic groups who were separated from or orphaned by the protracted civil
Why They Are Called the “Lost Boys and Girls” of South Sudan. Read More »
