![]() ![]() At such difficult times, people have to flee their homes with their lives in their hands. Likewise, when the people become bloodthirsty, they can’t see who’s their own. The sharp teeth of the shark’s mouth never differentiate between small or apparently bigger fish. When the home turns out to be the mouth of the shark. Shire says, “no one,” literally nobody leaves “homes,” unless they are forced. When you see the whole city running as well You can read the full poem here and listen to Warsan Shire reading ‘Home’. ![]() Reiterating the statement, “no one leaves home” or “no one chooses refugee camps” (or such a life), the narrator wants to portray the helplessness of the refugees worldwide. On top of that, they are sexually exploited by the prison guard. For instance, women are sexually exploited by men of their father’s age. Throughout this poem, the narrator describes horrific events that refugees have to endure on their journey out. Thus, there is only one option left for the speaker: running. The boy once the speaker made love with, holds a gun bigger than his body, waiting for her or his family. When the big shark-like countrymen hunt down others, bloodthirsty and ferocious, there is no other way out than to flee one’s country. ![]() In this poem, the speaker describes the situation that makes one leave their dear country, home, and belongings. ‘Home’ by Warsan Shire describes the tragic journey of refugees in search of safety, shelter, and relief from the tremulous situation of their native country. ![]()
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