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I Am Malala

By: Malala Yousafzai
Narrated by: Archie Panjabi, Malala Yousafzai
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Summary

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.

©2013 Salarzai Limited (P)2013 Hachette Audio
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Critic reviews

"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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an amazing and inspiring story

This story is wonderfully written and read. Malala is the strongest young women I have ever heard of and I am so excited to see where she goes in her life and have no doubt she will change the way the world views education for women. well done Malala you are an inspiration!

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Amazing

I got particularly invested in the book by the end, but still loved every bit of it

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amazing

Just beautiful. Puts everything into perspective. cherish every moment. Thank you malala and the narrator.

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Amazing Story

Where does I Am Malala rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

A great story - a modern hero.

What did you like best about this story?

It was great to hear it narrated by the author herself.

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Hope

A story of true courage and resolve read in the most lyrical voice imaginable which captured Malala’s hope.

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Outstanding

Would you listen to I Am Malala again? Why?

Yes. Incredibly inspiring, descriptive and thought provoking.

Who was your favorite character and why?

Malala of course!

Have you listened to any of Malala Yousafzai and Archie Panjabi ’s other performances? How does this one compare?

Archie Panjabi read this story superbly.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

"One child, one teacher, one pen, one book can change the world."

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Brilliant and incredible, the story of a Pakistani teenager who was shot in the head by the Taliban on her way home from school because she wanted education for girls.

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amazing!

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

this was an incredible book, definitely worth a read! really puts things into perspective.

Who was your favorite character and why?

Malala is such a brave girl!

What does Malala Yousafzai and Archie Panjabi bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you had only read the book?

Every little detail made you feel like you were there being a part of it making it that bit more emotional, i cried during this book.

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Her pen is definitely mightier than the sword

This book is an inspiration to all. Full of beauty, full of knowledge, full of life. Although the Taliban may have tried to silence her; her voice shall only be louder, and hopefully she will be heard by all.

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fabulous

so interesting ..eye opening.. beautifully written and narrated.. all the emotions needed..highly recommend this book.

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very inspiring

insightful about Pakistan and what's going on there, along with a very touching and inspiring story

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