Forbidden lessons in a kabul guest house
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Title: Forbidden Lessons in a Kabul Guesthouse: The True Story of a Woman Who Risked Everything to Bring Hope to Afghanistan
Author: Suraya Sadeed
Publisher: Virago Books
Language: English
Binding: Paperback
ISBN: 9781844086634
Pages: 280
Published Year: 2012
Dimensions: 20 × 12 cm
Condition: Used – Like New
Condition Note: Book is in good condition.
About the Book
Forbidden Lessons in a Kabul Guesthouse by Suraya Sadeed is an inspiring memoir that recounts the extraordinary efforts of an Afghan humanitarian who risked her life to provide education, medical assistance, and hope to vulnerable communities during some of Afghanistan's most difficult years. Combining personal narrative with historical insight, the book offers a powerful account of courage, compassion, and resilience in the face of conflict.
After fleeing Afghanistan during years of political upheaval, Suraya Sadeed dedicated herself to helping those left behind. Determined to improve the lives of women and children living under severe restrictions, she secretly organized humanitarian missions that delivered food, healthcare, education, and essential supplies to communities devastated by war.
A central theme of the memoir is the transformative power of education. Despite significant personal danger, Sadeed established clandestine schools and learning opportunities for girls at a time when educational access was severely limited. Her work demonstrates how knowledge and opportunity can become powerful instruments of hope and empowerment.
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Book Details
Title: Forbidden Lessons in a Kabul Guesthouse: The True Story of a Woman Who Risked Everything to Bring Hope to Afghanistan
Author: Suraya Sadeed
Publisher: Virago Books
Language: English
Binding: Paperback
ISBN: 9781844086634
Pages: 280
Published Year: 2012
Dimensions: 20 × 12 cm
Condition: Used – Like New
Condition Note: Book is in good condition.
About the Book
Forbidden Lessons in a Kabul Guesthouse by Suraya Sadeed is an inspiring memoir that recounts the extraordinary efforts of an Afghan humanitarian who risked her life to provide education, medical assistance, and hope to vulnerable communities during some of Afghanistan's most difficult years. Combining personal narrative with historical insight, the book offers a powerful account of courage, compassion, and resilience in the face of conflict.
After fleeing Afghanistan during years of political upheaval, Suraya Sadeed dedicated herself to helping those left behind. Determined to improve the lives of women and children living under severe restrictions, she secretly organized humanitarian missions that delivered food, healthcare, education, and essential supplies to communities devastated by war.
A central theme of the memoir is the transformative power of education. Despite significant personal danger, Sadeed established clandestine schools and learning opportunities for girls at a time when educational access was severely limited. Her work demonstrates how knowledge and opportunity can become powerful instruments of hope and empowerment.
