Book : Three Cups Of Tea One Mans Journey To Change The...

-Titulo Original : Three Cups Of Tea One Mans Journey To Change The World... One Child At A Time (young Readers Edition)

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Viking Books For Young Readers

-Descripcion Original:

This young readers edition of the worldwide bestseller Three Cups of Tea has been specially adapted for younger readers and updated by Greg Mortenson to bring his remarkable story of humanitarianism up to date for the present. Includes new photos and illustrations, as well as a special interview by Greg’s twelve-year-old daughter, Amira, who has traveled with her father as an advocate for the Pennies for Peace program for children. Review From Viking Press In regards to the 60 Minutes episode that aired April 17, 2011: Greg Mortenson’s work as a humanitarian in Afghanistan and Pakistan has provided tens of thousands of children with an education. 60 Minutes is a serious news organization and in the wake of their report, Viking plans to carefully review the materials with the author. Review Greg Mortensons dangerous and difficult quest . . . is not only a thrilling read, its proof that one ordinary person, with the right combination of character and determination, really can change the world. (Tom Brokaw)Mortensons mission is admirable, his conviction unassailable, his territory exotic. (The Washington Post)An inspiring chronicle . . . this is one protagonist who clearly deserves to be called a hero. (People)Greg Mortensons dangerous and difficult quest . . . is not only a thrilling read, its proof that one ordinary person, with the right combination of character and determination, really can change the world. (Tom Brokaw)Mortensons mission is admirable, his conviction unassailable, his territory exotic. (The Washington Post) About the Author Greg Mortenson is the director of the Central Asia Institute. A resident of Montana, he spends several months of the year in Pakistan and Afghanistan.David Oliver Relin is a contributing editor for Parade magazine and Skiing magazine. He has won more than forty national awards for his work as a writer and editor.