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The astonishing, uplifting story of a real-life Indiana Jones and his humanitarian campaign to use education to combat terrorism in the Taliban s backyard Anyone who despairs of the individual s power to change lives has to read the story of Greg Mortenson, a homeless mountaineer who, following a 1993 climb of Pakistan s treacherous K2, was inspired by a chance encounter with impoverished mountain villagers and promised to build them a school. Over the next decade he built fifty-five schools especially for girls that offer a balanced education in one of the most isolated and dangerous regions on earth. As it chronicles Mortenson s quest, which has brought him into conflict with both enraged Islamists and uncomprehending Americans, Three Cups of Tea combines adventure with a celebration of the humanitarian spirit.
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 A must read January 10, 2009
Grammy M (Rocklin, CA USA)
With all of the negatives spouted by the media types, this book's message brings hope to a bleak situation. And it helps to understand the need for understanding among all of God's people.
A story everyone needs to read January 9, 2009
Jean Carrroll (Kooskia, Idaho)
This story tells the truth about Muslims-not all are terrorists. It also tells how one man who didn't start out to change the world, but only to thank the man and the village who saved his life, has shown a sane way to change the thinking in our divided world.
The underdog helping the underdogs January 8, 2009
Pierre Lapointe (Vancouver, BC)
This well written story is a very inspiring read for all of us who care about social justice. Here is a man unskilled for the challenges he takes on and who without any financial resources follows up on his word and starts to improve the world. The example of Mortenson takes excuses away from everyone. His adventures are touching. His commitment is complete and unwavering.
With the tensions between the Muslim world and the western world, it is tempting to oversimplify our perception of the Muslim world and to see it as monolithic. Mortenson's story, well raconted, by Revlin, explains well the differences in beliefs and therefore behaviours of the various ethnies and Muslim communities he encounters and helps. The value of a promise kept is the best way to break down barriers between races and build lasting trust. We need more Mortensons and less bombs.
Incredible Book!! January 8, 2009
J. Zuniga (Santa Fe Springs, CA USA)
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This is the best story I have ever read. The incredible journey that Greg Mortenson's life leads him is amazing! Greg Mortenson not only is helping children receive an education, he is also helping bring peace to our country and the countries he helps. The story is extremely exciting and it's hard to believe that it's true accounts of a single mans quest. I would recommend this book to anyone and everyone!! It makes you believe that one person can make a difference!!!
 Excellent book, but Leaving Microsoft to Change the World is even better January 8, 2009
Expat in Japan (Tokyo, Japan)
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Everyone should read this book - its a life changer. However, even better, but for some reason being overlooked by the world, is "Leaving Microsoft to Change the World" by John Woods. I don't understand why 3 Cups is being promoted by booksellers and is being given such high profile, where John Wood's book is not. John Wood went on to create the organization Room to Read which has a much broader goal, to build schools and libraries in developing countries around the world, not just one country. His book is a better read from start to end. I found that 3 Cups got bogged down with the details of the local politics. My suggestion; read both, but if you only have time for one life changing book, than choose the John Wood book!
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