Wayland Free Public Library
Additional Resources
for Zeitoun
Where can I get the book?
The first place to try would be the Wayland Public Library. Our library owns several copies in different formats: hard cover, paperback, large print, and audio. We can also assist you in reserving a copy from another Minuteman Library. Some of our copies are designated to be passed from friend to friend to create a "viral reading" effect before the books return to the library.
If you want to buy your own copy, you can buy it at a local bookstore. Dragon Books in Weston has offered a 10% discount on the book for Wayland Reads participants. Russell's Garden Center gift shop has copies of the book, too. Of course, you can also find the book at online booksellers. Barnes & Noble and other local large bookstores always have a wide selection of books, including Zeitoun. If you need help locating a book, please see one of our reference librarians.
Suggested Additional Reading :
If you are interested in reading other books that cover topics suggested by Zeitoun, (such as, New Orleans, Katrina, civil rights, animal rescue, emergency management, etc.) we have selected a list of materials for adults and children (coming soon) that are readily available from the Minuteman Library Network.
Interesting websites related to Zeitoun:
- Read some reviews
- Frequently Asked Questions about Zeitoun
- Dave Eggers's interview with Wajahat Ali (transcript)
- Abdulrahman and Kathy Zeitoun are interviewed by Tavis Smiley (video)
- Website for The Zeitoun Foundation, formed by Dave Eggers and the Zeitoun family to aid in the rebuilding of and ongoing health of the city of New orleans, and to help ensure the human rights of all Americans.
Awards for national bestseller Zeitoun:
2010 American Book Award Winner
Robert F. Kennedy Center for Justice and Human Rights Distinguished Honor Book
New York Times Notable Book
Los Angeles Times Book Award--Current Interest Category
O, The Oprah Magazine Terrific Read of the Year
"Huffington Post" Best Book of the Year
New Yorker Favorite Book of the Year
Chicago Tribune Favorite Nonfiction Book of the Year
Kansas City Star Best Book of the Year
San Francisco Chronicle Best Book of the Year
Entertainment Weekly Best Book of the Decade
Northern California Book Award--General Nonfiction