Read this book! It follows 10 years in the life of Greg Mortenson as he struggles to build and sustain schools in Pakistan and Afghanistan. It's well written and compelling, the kind of book you don't want to put down. Mortenson's institution, the Central Asia Institute, especially focuses on educating children in non-extremist views (in contrast to the Islamic fundamentalist education they would alternatively receive), improving health, and teaching young girls who would not otherwise have the chance to get an education (aren't they cute? I ad
ore small Muslim children). The book talks about peoples who are mostly unheard of in this part of the world...go try and find the area called Baltistan on a map...It's quite an interesting place. But most of all, this book will inspire you. Mortenson is the kind of person that we need a few more of in the world. In the face of ridiculous challenges, he never gave up. His selflessness has enabled thousands of peeps to live better lives.Read it.
Now does anyone know where I can find $12,000 for my friend's school in Haiti?
4 comments:
Kelly, I think you and I are a lot alike. I loved this book too. Talk about dedication and humility.
Brian is looking into the Haiti funding. Sorry it's coming along so slow!
I just finished this book as well and I really enjoyed it. I think his philosophy that education is a better weapon to combat terrorism than war is, is spot on. The importance he places on educating girls is so vital-- those girls come back to their villages to make them better. And they grow up to be mothers who can teach their children and encourage them to go to school, thus giving generations options (other than extremist Madrassas) to improve their lives and their villages.
Also, we hear a lot about the "power of one." But it's amazing to read about a person who actually lives it.
said much better than i could have, e!
Fautie who does not read all he has to read now says:
Thanks but no thanks. It sounds interesting though. But I have so many other things to read especially after all those lovely Christmas gifts!
Educating is much better than killing our enemies so I am all for it-educating that is, if they will accept it.
Fautie Hill
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