Of Beetles & Angels: A Boy's Remarkable Journey from a Refugee Camp to Harvard - Paperback

FormatBook

Language English

ISBN-13 / SKU 9780316826204

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by Mawi Asgedom (Author)

Read the remarkable true story of a young boy's journey from civil war in east Africa to a refugee camp in Sudan, to a childhood on welfare in an affluent American suburb, and eventually to a full-tuition scholarship at Harvard University.

Following his father's advice to "treat all people-even the most unsightly beetles-as though they were angels sent from heaven," Mawi overcomes the challenges of language barriers, cultural differences, racial prejudice, and financial disadvantage to build a fulfilling, successful life for himself in his new home.

Of Beetles and Angels is at once a harrowing survival story and a compelling examination of the refugee experience. With hundreds of thousands of copies sold since its initial publication, and as a frequent selection as one book/one school/one community reads, this unforgettable memoir continues to touch and inspire readers. This special expanded fifteenth anniversary edition includes a new introduction and afterword from the author, a discussion guide, and more.

Author Biography

Mawi Asgedom graduated from Harvard University and delivered the commencement address at his graduation in 1999. Now 25 years old, he is a successful inspirational speaker for students, community groups, and businesses.

Number of Pages: 176

Dimensions: 0.47 x 8.42 x 5.54 IN

Illustrated: Yes

Publication Date: September 01, 2002

Accelerated Reader:

Quiz Name: Of Beetles and Angels: A Boy's Remarkable Journey from a Refugee Camp to Harvard

Interest Level: Upper Middle Grades, 6 and up

Reading Level: 5.9

Point Value: 4

$21.02

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