Theme of Perseverance

         Entry No. 25

             "What is the main theme of A Long Way Gone?"

           There are many prevailing themes in A Long Way Gone, but in my opinion the main theme is perseverance. Perseverance is going through great trial or duress, yet thought it you come through it as a better person. Ishmeal has been though much loss, suffering, and pain; but through it he has now come to be a respectable young man. He has new family, and now he works to help others like him. Working for UNICEF, Ishmael goes out to armed groups to negotiate for the release of child soldiers. At the rehabilitation centers, Ishmael can relate to the experiences of the rehabilitees. Finally talking in schools, Ishmael can I from young Americans of the reality of the world around them.