Gate To Eternity: A Visual Memoir of Migration, Dreams, and the Art They Inspired

From a small mud-brick village in Egypt to a life shaped by migration, dreams, and art, Gate to Eternity tells the story of a journey that crosses continents and inner worlds. Mike Halem’s life began in a traditional Egyptian village where imagination first stirred against the boundaries of poverty and expectation. Determined to find a larger world, he eventually traveled through Europe and built a new life in the United States, navigating cultures, languages, and personal reinvention. But years later, something unexpected began to happen. Powerful dreams—vivid, symbolic, and impossible to ignore—started appearing in the quiet hours of the night. These dreams did not simply fade with the morning; they demanded expression. Through painting, Halem began translating these visions into images, transforming personal experience into art. Part memoir and part artistic reflection, Gate to Eternity explores migration, identity, spirituality, and the mysterious ways that dreams can reshape a life. It is the story of a man who crossed oceans searching for opportunity—and ultimately discovered a deeper journey within.
ASIN: B0H6K9FMH4
VSKU: BVV.B0H6K9FMH4.G
Condition: Good
Author/Artist:Halem, Mike
Binding: Hardcover
Note: Any images shown are stock photographs and product may differ from what is shown.
Condition Notes: The item shows wear from consistent use, but it remains in good condition and works perfectly. All pages and cover are intact including the dust cover, if applicable . Spine may show signs of wear. Pages may include limited notes and highlighting. May NOT include discs, access code or other supplemental materials.