Lost Boy, Lost Girl: Escaping Civil War in Sudan by John Bul Dau

“Lost Boy, Lost Girl” is a memoir that chronicles the harrowing experiences of John Bul Dau and his wife, Martha Arual Akech, as they survive the brutal civil war in Sudan. The book recounts their journey as they, along with thousands of other children, known as the “Lost Boys and Girls,” flee their villages to escape violence, facing starvation, disease, and the constant threat of attack. John and Martha eventually find refuge in a Kenyan refugee camp, and their story also details the challenges they face as they rebuild their lives in the United States. The book highlights themes of resilience, survival, and the enduring human spirit amidst unimaginable hardship.