Three Cups of Tea: One Man's Journey to Change the World... One Child at a Time Young Reader's ed. Edition
Author(s): Sarah Thomson (Adapter), Greg Mortenson (Author), David Oliver Relin (Author), Jane Goodall (Foreword)
- Publisher: Viking Books for Young Readers
- Publication Date: January 22, 2009
- Edition: Young Reader's ed.
- Language: English
- Print length: 240 pages
- ISBN-10: 0142414123
- ISBN-13: 9780142414125
Book Description
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.
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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."
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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 Mortenson's dangerous and difficult quest . . . is not only a thrilling read, it's proof that one ordinary person, with the right combination of character and determination, really can change the world. (Tom Brokaw)
Mortenson's 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.
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