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Akim Aliu: Dreamer (Original Graphic Memoir)

Akim Aliu, Greg Anderson Elysée, illustrated by Karen de la Vega

Published by Graphix in 2023, this 128-page graphic memoir recounts the life of Akim Aliu, a professional athlete and activist. It looks back on his time as a hockey prodigy in Canada and presents that life in comic form. Aliu and Greg Anderson Elysée are credited as its authors. The memoir connects Aliu’s athletic career with his work as an activist.

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Themes
Activism · Sports
Format
Paperback
Publisher
Graphix
Published
February 7, 2023
Pages
128
ISBN-13
9781338787603
Language
English
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