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This Child Will Be Great

By Sirleaf, Ellen Johnson

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This Child Will Be Great

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"Exceptionally well written, a true story that seems as much a thriller as the remembrances of an ambitious and brave woman. . . . This timely book. . . is a lesson in courage and perseverance." -- Washington Post An inspirational memoir from Africa's first elected female president about her improbable rise to international prominence, her fight for political freedom, and her unwavering determination to rebuild her nation--Liberia--in the wake of civil war In January 2006, after the Republic of Liberia had been racked by fourteen years of brutal civil conflict, Ellen Johnson Sirleaf--Africa's "Iron Lady"--was sworn in as president, an event that marked a tremendous turning point in the history of the West African nation. In this stirring memoir, Sirleaf shares the story of her rise to power, including her early childhood; her experiences with abuse, imprisonment, and exile; and her fight for democracy and social justice. She reveals her determination to succeed in multiple worlds, from her studies in the United States to her work as an international bank executive, to campaigning in some of Liberia's most desperate and war-torn villages and neighborhoods. It is the tale of an outspoken political and social reformer who fought the oppression of dictators and championed change. By telling her story, Sirleaf encourages women everywhere to pursue leadership roles at the highest levels of power, and gives us all hope that we can change the world.
Product details
Binding:
Paperback
Edition:
illustrated
Number of Pages:
384
Release Date:
2010-05-01
Publication Date:
2010-04-13
Publisher:
Harper Perennial
Languages:
Original: English
ISBN10:
0061353485
ISBN13:
9780061353482
GPSR Manufacturer Reference:
[email protected]
Weight:
483 g
Height:
133 cm
Width:
203 cm
Thickness:
23 cm
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