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I Am Malala

By: Malala Yousafzai
Narrated by: Archie Panjabi, Malala Yousafzai
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In 2009 Malala Yousafzai began writing a blog on BBC Urdu about life in the Swat Valley as the Taliban gained control, at times banning girls from attending school. When her identity was discovered, Malala began to appear in both Pakistani and international media, advocating the freedom to pursue education for all.

In October 2012, gunmen boarded Malala's school bus and shot her in the face, a bullet passing through her head and into her shoulder. Remarkably, Malala survived the shooting. At a very young age, Malala Yousafzai has become a worldwide symbol of courage and hope. Her shooting has sparked a wave of solidarity across Pakistan, not to mention globally, for the right to education, freedom from terror and female emancipation.

I Am Malala, the memoir of Malala Yousafzai, will shed insight into the lives of those children who cannot attend school, will tell the inspiring story of a schoolgirl faced the Taliban with courage and bravery. Read by Archie Panjabi, with a prologue read by Malala Yousafzai.

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"Narrator Archie Panjabi is an excellent choice to deliver this memoir of the Pakistani girl who stood up to the Taliban. Her voice is youthful, lilting, and buoyant, invoking the key qualities of the now well-known young woman who, at the age of 15, was shot three times in the face by the Taliban because she actively advocated education for girls. Panjabi narrates with vigor; rapid sentences and warm tones evoke Malala's persona. The listener has the feeling of being told this story by Malala herself rather than by an actor, which is the best type of audiobook. Those who want to hear more about Afghanistan, Pakistan's Swat Valley, or the family behind this courageous young person will not be disappointed." ( AudioFile)
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Great book, well written, informative but easy to read. The narration was great also and really interesting to find out more about her life in Pakistan and the context of the political situation there.

I loved it.

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a beautiful insight into the hardship of life and a culture of peace, education and respect. .. would love to share a meal with this young lady and her family.

a beautiful soul

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A must read for all. An amazing, inspirational woman who will continue to empower this world

Inspirational

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I was so moved, shocked, possessed and amused as well. The story was extreme and shocking as the reality. In fact, much more than whatever medias have showed. The her own words were simply powerful.
It is not easy to write a review. But I must say "the book is highly recommended"!

Absolutely amazing!

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Such a power personal story, told by such a wise soul. I learnt a lot about the world through this story, just brilliant.

Thought provoking

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Eye-opening and inspiring story, a great introduction to a situation and a country I know very little about. A young girl's experience of a country at war with itself and her struggle for the right to education. Peppered with anecdotes of her everyday teenage life which make you realise she is not much different from yourself.

Loved it, eye-opening, inspiring

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This was an excellent and very informative book, it really makes you appreciate the freedoms we have in Australia, I would recommend to other girls my age (15+) as it’s an amazing story with a very important message but might be a little more confronting for younger readers, it made for a very interesting school project as well, she is really inspiring and this book is a must read

Inspiring story and message

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This is a beautifully written and read book. Very educational and an interesting read. Everyone should read this.

Don't wait to read, read it now!

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loved it. it's an inspirational story that I hope you listen to. please support her cause and donate or campaign for education for all children.

incredibly touching story

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Everybody should read! It helps to understand the history, but also to feel proud of having people that still fight for a better world!

so so so inspiring!

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