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Stones into Schools

Greg Mortenson
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Stones into Schools

Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2009

Book Brief

Greg Mortenson

Stones into Schools

Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2009
Book Details
Pages

420

Format

Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction

Setting

Afghanistan And Pakistan • 2000s

Publication Year

2009

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Lexile Level

NC1420L

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Super Short Summary

In Stones into Schools, Greg Mortenson and his team at the Central Asia Institute commit to building schools in remote and underserved areas of Afghanistan and Pakistan to promote peace through education, especially for girls. Facing challenges such as a devastating earthquake in Kashmir and the dangers of Taliban-controlled regions, Mortenson's endeavors highlight the resilience of communities and the transformative power of education. The book includes descriptions of the devastation caused by natural disasters and conflict.

Inspirational

Hopeful

Informative

Reviews & Readership

4.2

17,595 ratings

68%

Loved it

23%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Greg Mortenson's Stones into Schools receives praise for its inspiring narrative and dedication to girls' education in Afghanistan and Pakistan. Readers commend Mortenson's passion and the book's heartwarming moments. However, some critique it for disorganized storytelling and lack of deeper analysis. Overall, it's an uplifting but uneven read on humanitarian efforts.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Stones into Schools?

A reader who would enjoy Greg Mortenson's Stones into Schools is likely passionate about global education, humanitarian efforts, and cultural understanding. Fans of Mortenson's previous work Three Cups of Tea or Tracy Kidder's Mountains Beyond Mountains will appreciate the inspiring storytelling and dedication to improving the lives of others through grassroots initiatives.

4.2

17,595 ratings

68%

Loved it

23%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

420

Format

Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction

Setting

Afghanistan And Pakistan • 2000s

Publication Year

2009

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Lexile Level

NC1420L

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