The story highlights the remarkable journey of a Pakistani girl who bravely advocated for children's education despite being shot by the Taliban. Her resilience and determination led her to become a global symbol for the right to education, culminating in her receiving the Nobel Peace Prize at just 17. This inspiring picture book biography captures her courage and commitment to activism, encouraging readers to stand up for their beliefs. The vibrant illustrations complement the powerful narrative of her life and mission.
Karen Leggett Abouraya Volgorde van de boeken
Karen Leggett Abouraya, een ervaren journalist voor zowel print als radio, brengt haar rijke achtergrond in de wereld van kinderliteratuur. Haar werk is diep gevormd door haar frequente reizen naar Egypte met haar familie, een passie die culmineert in haar debuut kinderboek. Dit verhaal vertelt krachtig over de collectieve inspanning van een gemeenschap om de geliefde Bibliotheek van Alexandrië te beschermen tijdens een revolutionaire periode. Abouraya verkent thema's als solidariteit en de bescherming van cultureel erfgoed, en benadrukt het belang van gedeelde geschiedenis en moed.



- 2019
- 2012
Hands Around the Library
- 30bladzijden
- 2 uur lezen
The inspiring true story of demonstrators standing up for the love of a library, from a New York Times bestselling illustrator In January 2011, in a moment that captured the hearts of people all over the world, thousands of Egypt's students, library workers, and demonstrators surrounded the great Library of Alexandria and joined hands, forming a human chain to protect the building. They chanted "We love you, Egypt!" as they stood together for the freedom the library represented. Illustrated with Susan L. Roth's stunning collages, this amazing true story demonstrates how the love of books and libraries can unite a country, even in the midst of turmoil.
- 1995
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