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Three Cups of Tea: One Man's Mission to Promote Peace . . . One School at a TimeBy Greg Mortenson, David Oliver Relin

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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.
Editorial Reviews
From Publishers Weekly Starred Review. Some failures lead to phenomenal successes, and this American nurse's unsuccessful attempt to climb K2, the world's second tallest mountain, is one of them. Dangerously ill when he finished his climb in 1993, Mortenson was sheltered for seven weeks by the small Pakistani village of Korphe; in return, he promised to build the impoverished town's first school, a project that grew into the Central Asia Institute, which has since constructed more than 50 schools across rural Pakistan and Afghanistan. Coauthor Relin recounts Mortenson's efforts in fascinating detail, presenting compelling portraits of the village elders, con artists, philanthropists, mujahideen, Taliban officials, ambitious school girls and upright Muslims Mortenson met along the way. As the book moves into the post-9/11 world, Mortenson and Relin argue that the United States must fight Islamic extremism in the region through collaborative efforts to alleviate poverty and improve access to education, especially for girls. Captivating and suspenseful, with engrossing accounts of both hostilities and unlikely friendships, this book will win many readers' hearts. (Mar.) Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.
From Bookmarks Magazine While critics agree that Three Cups of Tea should be read for its inspirational value rather than for its literary merit, the book's central theme, derived from a Baltistan proverb, rings loud and clear. "The first time you share tea with a Balti, you are a stranger," a villager tells Greg Mortenson. "The second time, you are an honored guest. The third time you become family." An inspirational story of one man's efforts to address poverty, educate girls, and overcome cultural divides, Three Cups, which won the 2007 Kiriyama Prize for nonfiction, reveals the enormous obstacles inherent in becoming such "family." Despite the important message, critics quibbled over the awkward prose and some melodrama. After all, a story as dramatic and satisfying as this should tell itself.
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From AudioFile Lost after failing to climb K2, Mortenson was sheltered and nursed in a remote Pakistani village; he promised to return and build them a school. Keeping that promise led to his heading a charitable institute that provides impoverished children in Pakistan and Afghanistan with an education. Though Relin's writing is not top-caliber, Mortenson's story comes through as exciting and inspiring. Patrick Lawlor's voice is neither melodious nor distinguished, but it is likable and serviceable. He tells the story as if Mortenson had told it to him, keeping it lively and engaging. His imitation of voices and accents, loosely rather than precisely mimetic, fits his style. It all works; listeners will begrudge interruptions. W.M. © AudioFile 2007, Portland, Maine-- Copyright © AudioFile, Portland, Maine

Customer Reviews
A Penny Does Make A Difference! Three Cups of Tea: One Man's Mission to Promote Peace . . . One School at a Time After finishing "Three Cups of Tea" this morning, I've come straight to my keyboard while still in my pajamas, as I had to sit down and attempt to help convince everyone who can read to discover the wonder of this man's monumental passion. No one is too old to learn something worthwhile and what "Three Cups of Tea" has done for me is prove that the penny I find on a sidewalk someone has dismissed as not worth bending over to pick up, could change the world we find ourselves living in. Read this remarkable true story to better understand the world we find ourselves coping with today. Finish this book, and you'll pick up that penny, knowing it will count hugely to educate a child when you send it to Greg Mortenson. He is who will turn those pennies into an investment which will be realized the moment you too, have come to the end of this book; a story that is ongoing today. Now, I've got to gather all the pennies lying around this house and get them in the mail today! I'm convinced the lowly penny has been elevated to the best investment this old gal can make toward the peace that's failed throughout my long and eventful life. Pick up those pennies!
I want to like it so much more!!! I really want to LOVE this book. I got to page 125 and had to stop and check reviews....is it going to get less wordy and more engaging? From the reviews it doesn't look like it. I have started to skip entire paragraphs and don't feel like I am missing anything by doing so. I was hesitant to even continue the story after reading the first 10 pages because I don't enjoy Relin's writing style...yes, there is such thing as TOO MUCH DESCRIPTION....get on with the story Relin! I really enjoy hearing from Greg, and I am only going to continue reading because I think that what he has accomplished is incredible. He is a wonderful example of the difference one person can make in the world.
A Must Read This may be the most important book of the decade. It is much more than a readable, true adventure story of mountain climbing and survival. It demonstrates the power of one individual to change lives and by changing lives, change the world. It should be read by every adult, discussed by every book club and encourage donations to educational efforts around the world.

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