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Diary of a 9 year old Pakistani girl - An empowering book that celebrates language, culture, diversity and invites the reader to get ready for an eye-opening experience that will leave you feeling inspired and enlightened.
Experience the captivating world of a young Pakistani girl through her personal diary in this heartwarming book, which provides a rare glimpse into her unfiltered thoughts and experiences during her childhood up to the age of 9.
Rediscovered years later, the diary has been kept in its original form, preserving the authenticity of the author's childhood musings in Urdu, her native language. The pages are filled with a variety of entries, including poignant poetry to playful riddles, jokes, interviews, and short stories providing a rich tapestry of the author's childhood memories.
This bilingual book highlights the beauty of language, culture, and diversity. It includes original excerpts of the diary, presenting readers with an unparalleled opportunity to delve into the enchanting world of a child. By immersing themselves in the diary, readers can gain a unique perspective on the world as seen through the eyes of a child.
Get ready to travel back in time to a world of curiosity and wonder, as you rediscover your own sense of imagination and curiosity through the author's words. Childhood experiences play a significant role in shaping who we become as adults, and this book celebrates the importance of preserving and cherishing the memories of our formative years.
This bilingual book is a literary gem. It's unique format is tailored for both English and Urdu speaking audiences, offering the rare opportunity to read both languages side by side.
Its versatile appeal to both young and adult readers makes it an excellent gift option, whether you're looking to share the joy of reading or take a nostalgic trip down memory lane. The captivating stories and heartwarming tone of this book will inspire you to view the world through a fresh and diverse lens, which can be an eye-opening experience.
Experience the captivating world of a young Pakistani girl through her personal diary in this heartwarming book, which provides a rare glimpse into her unfiltered thoughts and experiences during her childhood up to the age of 9.
Rediscovered years later, the diary has been kept in its original form, preserving the authenticity of the author's childhood musings in Urdu, her native language. The pages are filled with a variety of entries, including poignant poetry to playful riddles, jokes, interviews, and short stories providing a rich tapestry of the author's childhood memories.
This bilingual book highlights the beauty of language, culture, and diversity. It includes original excerpts of the diary, presenting readers with an unparalleled opportunity to delve into the enchanting world of a child. By immersing themselves in the diary, readers can gain a unique perspective on the world as seen through the eyes of a child.
Get ready to travel back in time to a world of curiosity and wonder, as you rediscover your own sense of imagination and curiosity through the author's words. Childhood experiences play a significant role in shaping who we become as adults, and this book celebrates the importance of preserving and cherishing the memories of our formative years.
This bilingual book is a literary gem. It's unique format is tailored for both English and Urdu speaking audiences, offering the rare opportunity to read both languages side by side.
Its versatile appeal to both young and adult readers makes it an excellent gift option, whether you're looking to share the joy of reading or take a nostalgic trip down memory lane. The captivating stories and heartwarming tone of this book will inspire you to view the world through a fresh and diverse lens, which can be an eye-opening experience.
Product Details
| BN ID: | 2940160922355 |
|---|---|
| Publisher: | Al Wali books |
| Publication date: | 04/30/2023 |
| Sold by: | Barnes & Noble |
| Format: | eBook |
| File size: | 18 MB |
| Note: | This product may take a few minutes to download. |
About the Author
The author is a Pakistani American who grew up keeping a diary that would later become a window into her childhood experiences and perceptions. Her rediscovery of the diary years later sparked a renewed interest in exploring the impact of childhood on adult-selves, as well as the role parents play in their children's development. While growing up, she developed love for reading , outdoor play, and captured her childhood experiences and interests, including poetry, riddles, jokes and short stories, all written in Urdu. The author's childhood was filled with boundless creativity and vivid imagination. She draws inspiration from great poets like Allama Iqbal, who had a profound impact on her then and now. His concept of "khudi," self-discovery greatly influenced her worldview and approach to life. The poem, "The Eagle" by Iqbal is one that particularly resonates with her, as it speaks to the power of self-realization and the ability to soar above the challenges of life. The author believes that the messages conveyed in Iqbal's poetry are timeless and continue to hold relevance in today's world. Through her work, she aims to inspire others to discover their own inner strength and potential. She sees her writing as a way to deliver a message of hope, love & inspiration, not only for children but for people of all ages and backgrounds and hopes that her work can serve as a reminder of the important role that parents play in shaping the lives of their children. Through her work, the author hopes to promote understanding and empathy across cultures and to encourage readers to embrace their own unique identities and experiences.
She sees writing a a way to connect with others and bridge differences and believes that storytelling has the power to bring people together and create positive change in the world. In her book, The diary of a 9 year old Pakistani girl, her writing showcases a unique perspective on the world as seen through the eyes of a young Pakistani girl, inviting readers to journey with her and gain a new perspective on life. As a child, she witnessed firsthand the struggles and hardships of those around her and this motivated her to use her writing as a means of promoting understanding and kindness. Her childhood experiences and interests inspired her to become a writer who aim to inspire others and deliver messages of hope, inspiration, compassion, empathy, inner strength, self discovery and the power of human sprit to overcome adversity.
She sees writing a a way to connect with others and bridge differences and believes that storytelling has the power to bring people together and create positive change in the world. In her book, The diary of a 9 year old Pakistani girl, her writing showcases a unique perspective on the world as seen through the eyes of a young Pakistani girl, inviting readers to journey with her and gain a new perspective on life. As a child, she witnessed firsthand the struggles and hardships of those around her and this motivated her to use her writing as a means of promoting understanding and kindness. Her childhood experiences and interests inspired her to become a writer who aim to inspire others and deliver messages of hope, inspiration, compassion, empathy, inner strength, self discovery and the power of human sprit to overcome adversity.
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