One Day, Everyone Will Have Always Been Against This by Omar El Akkad
One Day, Everyone Will Have Always Been Against This is Omar El Akkad’s nonfiction account of his growing disillusionment with the West’s promises of justice and freedom. Drawing on events including Gaza, the War on Terror and Black Lives Matter, it connects political commentary with personal reflection as an immigrant and father.
At a glance
- Nonfiction combining political commentary with personal reflection.
- Addresses Gaza, the War on Terror, Ferguson, climate change and Black Lives Matter.
- Frames its argument around the gap between the West’s stated ideals and its treatment of marginalized people.
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Pros and cons
Pros
- The 208-page length makes for a focused nonfiction read rather than a long-form volume.
- The stated approach brings together public events and the author’s personal experience as an immigrant and father.
Technical specifications
9 specifications| Author | Omar El Akkad |
|---|---|
| Publisher | McClelland & Stewart Incorporated |
| Publication date | Feb. 25 2025 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 208 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 077102178X |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0771021787 |
| Weight listed | 335 g |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 14.53 x 2.26 x 21.64 cm |
What to know before buying
- The publisher description presents an emotionally charged critique of Western political values and events including the bombardment of Gaza. It is best suited to readers seeking pointed political reflection, not a neutral overview of those issues.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers interested in political criticism and contemporary events.
- Readers who want personal reflection alongside discussion of Gaza, race, climate change and Western political ideals.
- Book clubs seeking a compact nonfiction title that can prompt discussion.
Less suited to
- Readers looking for fiction or a detached, comprehensive survey of the events discussed.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
75% 75% - 4 stars
18% 18% - 3 stars
5% 5% - 2 stars
1% 1% - 1 star
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Customer feedback describes the book as affecting, insightful and well written, with readers valuing how it connects public issues to personal stories. The reported praise for its persuasive, concise prose may appeal to readers comfortable with an emotionally forceful political argument. Aggregate ratings are also predominantly five-star, though ratings alone do not explain individual reactions.
Positive themes
- Readers describe the writing as persuasive and concise.
- Customers praise the book’s insight and its linking of political topics with personal stories.
- Readers call it emotionally affecting and important.
Frequently asked questions
What is this book about?
It is Omar El Akkad’s nonfiction reflection on the West’s claims of freedom and justice, considered through events including Gaza, the War on Terror, Ferguson, climate change and Black Lives Matter.
How long is the book?
The listing gives a print length of 208 pages.
Is this a memoir?
The listing describes it as nonfiction and as a personal reckoning shaped by El Akkad’s experience as an immigrant and father. It does not identify it as a conventional memoir.
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