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Amal Unbound

By Aisha Saeed
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Amal Unbound by Aisha Saeed is a compelling children's book about a Pakistani girl named Amal whose dreams of becoming a teacher are disrupted when she unwittingly insults a powerful local landlord. To repay her family's debt, she is forced into servitude at his estate. Amal's resilience and courage are at the heart of this story, as she navigates her new reality and fights for change.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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You might enjoy this story if you love tales of courage and resilience set within a richly described cultural backdrop. This enchanting narrative follows a young girl who dreams of an education but finds herself facing unexpected challenges, showcasing her determination and hope amidst adversity. It is an inspiring read for children and adults alike who cherish bravery and personal growth.

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Amal Unbound

A brilliant book about diversity, privilege, girls and womens' status, education, corruption and oppression, but also about a girl with a mission.

An uplifting novel for 11-13 year olds about oppression, privilege, girls and womens' status, education and diversity, and also a heartwarming story about a girl with a mission

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An uplifting novel for 11-13 year olds about oppression, privilege, girls' and women's status, education, and diversity, Amal Unbound is also a heartwarming story about a girl with a mission.

Twelve-year-old Amal loves learning and dreams of becoming a teacher.

Then something unimaginable happens—after an accidental run-in with the son of her village's corrupt landlord, she is forced to work as his family's servant to pay off her own family's debt.

At the opulent and corrupt Khan estate, Amal realises she will have to find a way to work with others in order to bring about change and achieve her dreams.

Inspired by Malala Yousafzai, Amal Unbound is a heartwarming story for brave girls everywhere.

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Amal Unbound by Aisha Saeed is praised for its raw and honest portrayal of a young girl's struggle for education in the face of overwhelming odds. Reviewers highlight its inspirational themes of resistance, justice, and the fight against unjust power dynamics. The book is celebrated for its vivid descriptions of Pakistani life and the empowerment and strength it affords its young protagonist, drawing comparisons to the activism of Malala Yousafzai.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781925773026

Publisher: Text Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 28 May 2018

Country: Australia

Imprint: The Text Publishing Company

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 228g

Pages: 240

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Aisha Saeed Children's Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Penguin Books

About the Author

Aisha Saeed is a Pakistani-American writer, teacher and attorney. She has been featured on MTV, the Huffington Post, NBC and the BBC, and, as one of the founding members of the much talked about 'We Need Diverse Books' campaign, she is helping change the conversation about diverse books. Aisha lives in Atlanta, Georgia, with her husband and sons.

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