I Am Malala
The Girl Who Stood up for Education and Was Shot by the Taliban
Book - 2013
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Oct 29, 2016
“Peace in every home, every street, every village, every country – this is my dream. Education for every boy and every girl in the world. To sit down on a chair and read my books with all of my friends at school is my right. To see each and every human being with a smile of happiness is my wish. I am Malala. My world has changed but I have not.” – Malala Yousafzai
"We realize the importance of our voices only when we are silenced."
"When the whole world is silent, even one voice becomes powerful."
My mother always told me, "Hide your face--people are looking at you." I would reply, "It doesn't matter; I'm also looking at them..."
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Add a SummaryThis book is amazing. I didn't get to finish it. This was my first time reading a non-fiction book and it wasn't bad for starters. Malala's experience for standing up for girl's education will reach out to other countries or certain places that don't allow females to get education and do something in life. This is not just her life story, it's an adive or some sort for young ladies like her, who would've been in her shoes or done something like this. Every girl or women deserve to have what men get to have in live, I'm talking about having jobs, education, and same treatment. We are all equal.
Before the shooting, she emerged as a local activist for girls' education. After the shooting, her message and activism reached the global level. With determination and courage, Malala's dream for every girl in the world to go to school becomes contagious. Her story teaches us that being a spark for change doesn't require an old age.
The story of the young woman who stood up for girls education and nearly payed the ultimate price.
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Add a CommentI Am Malala is an autobiography written by Malala Yousafzai. It details the political landscape in Pakistan in the early 2010s. Malala is the youngest recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize, which she won for her dedication to the education of girls. She grew up in a pristinely beautiful area of Pakistan called the Swat Valley.
Read it now!! Malala is such a great role model and activist for women's and children's rights (especially for education). This book is amazing and extremely relevant in today's society.
This biography is written exceptionally well because it's as if we are living with Malala, it's written just like how a story would be written. Biographies are usually more factual than fictional but Malala combines the two to make this story wonderful. This includes the real photos from Malala's life. It inspired me to never give up, just how Malala never gave up, and was willing to risk her life for girls' rights.
Listened to audio book,skipped a lot, but book was good
This book was the best book i've read. I loved how Malala faced the Taliban and recoverd from the shot.
I actually didn't finish reading this. I got tired of being preached at by a 17 year old who - as is typical of most 17 year olds - has all the answers.
Thrilling Story!
Very elementary level understanding of Pakistan and Islamic countries in general. She lived a very privileged life (e.g. her fathers advocacy for her education) which is uncommon for these areas. A decent book for a grade school student or adults wanting a very base overview on this topic, but for an avid reader in this subject area I was bored as the book barely tapped the surface.
This book is Ok. I would recommend it for kids and teens as it will help teach them about privilege and taking things for granted. For adults, it's a "Good to know" kind of book. It's easy to read but quite flat and occasionally a bit boring. You will though walk away with more knowledge of Pakistan, their culture and the country struggles with the Taliban.
I liked I Am Malala because her story shows not just her life, but a problem that needs to be fixed that is affecting girls throughout Swat Valley.
-Lila, Age 11