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Malini: Through My Eyes

By Robert Hillman and Lyn White
Series: THROUGH MY EYES
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Malini: Through My Eyes by Robert Hillman and Lyn White takes readers into the world of Malini, a young girl living in Sri Lanka during the civil conflict. As she navigates the challenges of war, Malini’s perspective provides insight into her life and the resilience of those around her. This touching children's book offers an empathetic look at the impact of conflict on individuals and families.
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This heartwarming story follows a young girl's journey amidst challenging circumstances, offering a poignant perspective on resilience and hope. You might enjoy this book if you appreciate stories that explore cultural diversity and social issues through the eyes of a child, offering both an educational experience and an emotional connection.

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Malini: Through My Eyes

A moving story of one child's life in the conflict zone of Sri Lanka.

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Malini: Through My Eyes is a compelling story of survival and resilience set against the backdrop of northern Sri Lanka's civil war. Malini lives with her parents and younger sister, Banni, as the conflict nears its catastrophic conclusion.

In a desperate move, Tamil Tiger troops herd Malini's family, along with thousands of other Tamil civilians, towards the coast to act as human shields. Amid the chaos, Malini's father thrusts a mobile phone into her hands and urges her to escape into the forest with Banni.

Separated by the ensuing shelling, Malini finds herself without any means to contact her parents. Forced into the role of protector, she decides to travel to her grandfather's village, deep inland. Malini and Banni must avoid the highways and remain vigilant against soldiers from all sides.

Faced with daunting challenges, such as finding food, shelter, and trustworthy allies, Malini wonders if she will ever reunite with her parents. This is the uplifting tale of a girl's odyssey through war-torn Sri Lanka, a testament to courage amidst adversity.

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The book is part of a significant and beautifully executed series, praised for its importance. Although readers might need some encouragement to explore it, they will find it rewarding, especially in the context of diverse middle-grade literature and contemporary world views. It is highly suitable for libraries and schools focusing on current events and cultural education.

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ISBN: 9781743312551

Publisher: A&U Children's

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 27 August 2014

Country: Australia

Imprint: A&U Children

Audience: Children, Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 186g

Pages: 208

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Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Lyn White Robert Hillman Series: THROUGH MY EYES Young Adult

About the Author

Robert Hillman's autobiography, The Boy in the Green Suit, won the Australian National Biography Award for 2005. His 2007 biography, My Life as a Traitor, was written with Zarah Ghahramani. He collaborated with Najaf Mazari for The Rugmaker of Mazar-e-Sharif and The Honey Thief. He is also the author of a biography of blind indigenous musician Geoffrey Gurrumul Yunupingu, Gurrumul: His Life and Music, and the novel Joyful.

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