Cutler, Juliet
Among the Maasai: A Memoir
- ISBN 13:
- 9781631526725
- author:
- Cutler, Juliet
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- She Writes Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2019
- Pages:
- 312
- Dimensions:
- 5.50(w) x 8.50(h) x (d)
- Genre:
- Memorials Textbook
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Juliet Cutler's memoir tells the story of her time teaching at a school for Maasai girls in East Africa. Captivated by their determination to learn, she witnessed firsthand the challenges faced by these young women as they navigated adolescence in a culture caught between tradition and modernity.
The author's 20-year involvement with this school reveals the transformative power of education, as well as the complexities of tackling human rights and poverty issues across vastly different cultures. This memoir is a testament to the impact one person can have on the lives of others, and the importance of supporting education for at-risk communities.
Proceeds from the sale of this book support education for Maasai girls, making it a meaningful purchase for those committed to empowering young people around the world.