The Ears of the Jackal: Growing up in the Shadow of the Algerian War of Independence

At first, I thought it was a dead dog.

Many animals were found dead by the roadside, hit by an army truck or run over by a refinery tanker.

It was only when I neared the corpse that I noticed the turban.

It’s an Arab, I thought, a dead Arab.

In French colonial Algeria, the War of Independence raged for eight years, with unrelenting violence, merciless acts of revenge, and the ongoing slaughter of innocent people.

Daniel grew up amidst the turmoil. His resourceful nature and quick thinking allowed him to navigate the dangers with fortitude. His youth was full of adventures, set against the backdrop of conflict.

In July 1962, as inevitable independence loomed, everything changed.

With humour, vivid storytelling, and unflinching honesty, Daniel shares his remarkable experiences, offering an honest and captivating portrait of life during war.

The Ears of the Jackal is a powerful memoir that captures the essence of a childhood lived during a pivotal moment in history.