Jeanne Carstensen's new book, "A Greek Tragedy," recounts the tragic events of Oct. 28, 2015, on the island of Lesvos during the refugee crisis. On that fateful day, an overcrowded boat capsized, resulting in numerous deaths and highlighting the desperate plight of migrants fleeing Syria. While European governments failed to respond effectively, Carstensen dedicated herself to documenting the human stories of survivors and locals who provided aid. Through her decade-long investigation, the book serves as a poignant reflection on the ongoing refugee crisis and the moral obligations of society to respond to such tragedies.
The overwhelming tragedy of that day on the Aegean, with hundreds tossed into the sea, is merely a small snapshot of the ongoing crisis affecting millions.
Carstensen's journey, spanning nearly a decade, sheds light on the humanitarian response amidst a backdrop of indifference from governments who have the means to help.
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