The Wanderers.

Recounts the author's experience after fleeing Iraq to Syria. When the author first became a refugee living in the northern Iraq town of Fishkabour; Reasons why Saddam Hussein ordered the removal of Christians from the area; Author's life in Baghdad after being forced to relocate, including the establishment of a billiards hall; Social conditions for Christians living in Iraq; Ransom paid by the author for the safe return of a nephew; Failed attempt to kidnap the author's son; Realization that Saddam was the only one who could control the gangs in Iraq; Evidence of kidnapping being widespread; Relocation to Damascus, Syria; Recognition of other Iraqis in Syria; Plans for the future, including moving out of the Middle East.