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I Am Malala

The Girl Who Stood Up for Education and was Shot by the Taliban
Series: Malala
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I Am Malala tells the inspiring story of Malala Yousafzai, a young girl from Pakistan who stood up for her right to an education in the face of Taliban oppression. Co-authored by journalist Christina Lamb, the memoir explores Malala's childhood, her passion for learning, and the events leading to her becoming a symbol of peaceful protest and resilience after surviving a brutal attack. Through her journey, readers gain insight into the struggles faced by those under Taliban rule and the power of one voice to inspire change on a global scale.
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This inspiring biography may appeal to you if you're interested in a powerful personal narrative about courage and activism. It chronicles a young girl's fight for education in Pakistan, offering insights into cultural and political struggles with the hope of making a difference in the world.

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In the face of Taliban oppression, one girl's unwavering defiance sparked a worldwide movement. Shot in the head for daring to seek an education, Malala Yousafzai defied all odds, emerging stronger than ever. From a valley in Pakistan to the global stage, she became a beacon of peaceful resistance and the youngest Nobel laureate. I Am Malala is an extraordinary story of resilience, a family shattered by terrorism and the power of one voice to inspire change in the world.

β€˜Moving and illuminating’ β€” OBSERVER

β€˜Inspirational and powerful’ β€” GRAZIA

β€˜Astonishing’ β€” SPECTATOR

β€˜A tale of immense courage and conviction’ β€” THE INDEPENDENT

β€˜One finishes the book full of admiration’ β€” SUNDAY TIMES

β€˜Malala is a true inspiration’ β€” THE SUN

β€˜Piercingly wise’ β€” INDEPENDENT ON SUNDAY

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  • I Am Malala
    In the face of Taliban oppression, one girl's unwavering defiance sparked a worldwide movement. Shot in the head for daring to seek an education, Malala Yousafzai defied all odds, emerging stronger than ever. From a valley in Pakistan to the global stage, she became a beacon of peaceful resistance and the youngest Nobel laureate. I Am Malala is an extraordinary...
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The book by Malala Yousafzai and Christina Lamb is highly praised for its inspirational and moving narrative. Reviewers highlight Malala's extraordinary courage in advocating for girls' education and her resilience following a life-threatening attack by the Taliban. This memoir is seen as both a personal story and a global call to action, deeply admired for its depiction of Malala's determination and the instrumental role of her father in her life.

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ISBN: 9781399608992

Publisher: Orion Publishing Co

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 12 October 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Weidenfeld & Nicolson

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 30.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 296g

Pages: 304

About the Author

Malala Yousafzai (Author)

Malala Yousafzai is a cofounder and board member of Malala Fund. Malala began her campaign for education at age eleven, when she anonymously blogged for BBC Urdu about life under the Taliban in Pakistan's Swat Valley. Inspired by her father's activism, Malala soon began advocating publicly for girls' education, attracting international media attention and awards. At age fifteen, she was attacked by the Taliban for speaking out. Malala recovered in the United Kingdom and continued her fight for girls. In 2013, she founded Malala Fund with her father, Ziauddin. A year later, Malala received the Nobel Peace Prize in recognition of her efforts to see every girl complete twelve years of free, safe and quality education. She is currently a student at Oxford University, pursuing a degree in philosophy, politics and economics.

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