This Child Will Be Great: Memoir of a Remarkable Life by Africa's First Woman President
Registered by GateGypsy of Ladysmith, British Columbia Canada on 12/4/2012
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synopsis:
"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 inside 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. This compelling tale of survival reveals Sirleaf's determination to succeed in multiple worlds: from her studies in the United States to her work as an international bank executive to her election campaigning in some of Liberia's most desperate and war-torn villages and neighborhoods. It is also the story of an outspoken political and social reformer who, despite danger, fought the oppression of dictators and championed change. By sharing her story, Sirleaf encourages women everywhere to pursue leadership roles at the highest levels of power, and gives us all hope that, with perseverance, we can change the world."
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"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 inside 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. This compelling tale of survival reveals Sirleaf's determination to succeed in multiple worlds: from her studies in the United States to her work as an international bank executive to her election campaigning in some of Liberia's most desperate and war-torn villages and neighborhoods. It is also the story of an outspoken political and social reformer who, despite danger, fought the oppression of dictators and championed change. By sharing her story, Sirleaf encourages women everywhere to pursue leadership roles at the highest levels of power, and gives us all hope that, with perseverance, we can change the world."
This book has been placed in the "" virtual book box on bookobsessed.
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Ellen Johnson Sirleaf is a wise woman, who is also political. This is her memoir up to the time she was inaugurated as President of Liberia, the first woman president in Africa. The book is also a modern history of Liberia. She is very clear about the challenges of establishing and protecting democracy in Africa. She also presciently tells us the dangers of inexperienced, bullying, greedy leaders--in this case Charles Taylor and Samuel Doe. The book ends with her hopes and plans for her country as she takes office. This is long before her re-election run, the Ebola epidemic and other problems she has faced.
Currently, after serving two terms, she is stepping down and hoping for a peaceful transition. The election of her successor has been met with many challenges and it is unclear what will happen.
Currently, after serving two terms, she is stepping down and hoping for a peaceful transition. The election of her successor has been met with many challenges and it is unclear what will happen.
Journal Entry 4 by itpdx at Little Free Library (8000 SW 89th) in Portland, Oregon USA on Wednesday, November 29, 2017
Released 6 yrs ago (11/29/2017 UTC) at Little Free Library (8000 SW 89th) in Portland, Oregon USA
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