Al-Fazia': the Horror

Al-Fazia': the Horror, Volume 1, presents a powerful graphic novel based on the personal interviews of political prisoner Akram Al Saud and artist Tobi Dahmen. This history book chronicles the harrowing journey of a nineteen-year-old architecture student from Aleppo whose life changed following an unjust arrest in 2010. The narrative details his nine months within the Syrian prison system and his subsequent involvement in the revolution before his eventual flight to Europe.

Through sensitive visual storytelling, Al-Fazia': the Horror depicts the courage required to resist unfathomable terror and human rights abuses. This work functions as a survivor-centered visual narrative, providing an authentic look at life under the Assad regime. The volume includes a detailed appendix offering historical context and insights into the creative process. This significant history title serves as a vital record of personal testimony and artistic expression.