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Crows Nest.
Allen & Unwin.
2002.
Maps, 174pp, glossary, paperback. Based closely on real life, this is the exciting and inspiring story of Parvana, a young girl growing up in Afghanistan, as she struggles to make a life for herself and her family under the harsh rule of the Taliban. When soldiers burst into her home and drag her father off to prison, Parvana is forced to take responsibility for her whole family, dressing as a boy to make a living in the marketplace of Kabul, risking her life in the dangerous and volatile city. Suitable for senior primary and junior secondary. Teaching notes available at publisher's website. (When referring to this item please quote stockid 58674)
ISBN: 9781865086941
Related Subject Areas:
Afghanistan
Childhood
children''s books
Fiction
Islam
Middle East
Politics
Refugee issues for young people
Religion
Women
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