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I am Malala by Malala Yousafzai

1/9/2020

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I think by now almost everyone has heard of Malala and knows the gist of her story. People know that she was shot by the Taliban for advocating for education for girls and women. She was 15 at the time. Shortly after she was attacked, she wrote and published, I am Malala.

About half of this book is entirely about Malala and her experiences growing up in Pakistan, and is very engaging. The other half of this book is about her family history and the history of Pakistan, which can be a little dry. The entire book is extremely important, but because about half of it is historical, I think a lot of people will have a hard time getting all the way through it.
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I have seen this book on required reading lists for SIXTH GRADE, and I have to say that is a mistake. This book is very rich in political and religious content that is beyond the grasp of many readers.  While Malala was a teenager when she wrote this book, she was exceptional. Most Americans would have a hard time with this book even as adults. If someone is drawn to this book, they will benefit from it. If they are forced to read it, they will be bored, at best.  

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10 Comments
WorldsUnlikeOurOwn link
1/11/2020 02:02:38 pm

Sounds like a great read! It's one of the few nonfiction books on my TBR, but I haven't gotten to it yet. Thanks for the review!

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Alison Kelly
1/12/2020 12:01:51 pm

It's an important book. Let me know if you would like suggestions for NF, I read quite a few every year.

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Marina link
1/11/2020 02:41:54 pm

This book really seems interesting. I think I'm gonna read it one day, I really like your review. I think it's important to read books like these.

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Alison Kelly
1/12/2020 12:02:51 pm

It is important to read books like these. They really broaden our perspectives.

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I'm All Booked Up link
1/11/2020 03:12:30 pm

This is such a great book. We agree, this should be required reading for a high school history/politics course, not sixth grade.

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Alison Kelly
1/12/2020 12:03:31 pm

Absolutely!

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Ankita link
1/12/2020 07:15:34 am

I read this book and loved it :) Thank you for a review of this book! I do recommend it too, but yes, I agree to the point you mentioned that if someone is forced to read,they will get bored.

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Alison Kelly
1/12/2020 12:04:29 pm

Such a fascinating story. I loved the book as well, but I know a lot of people would have a hard time with it!

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Lindsey link
1/16/2020 01:41:23 pm

This sounds like a really important book for people to read, even if maybe at a slightly older audience than the one they are suggesting! Great wrap-up.

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Alison Kelly
1/17/2020 07:23:59 am

It’s a very eye opening book! I had to keep reminding myself that the book is non-fiction and present day. The way people in this region live is shocking.

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