Biography of Wangari Maathai

Alex Foster

Biographies of Social Activists Book 20 · LibriHouse · AI-narrated by Madison (from Google)

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Wangari Maathai, the Kenyan environmentalist and Nobel Peace Prize laureate, transformed activism through her groundbreaking work in sustainability and women’s empowerment. Born in 1940 in Kenya, Maathai founded the Green Belt Movement, which planted millions of trees and empowered communities to fight environmental degradation. This biography explores her courage in confronting political challenges, her advocacy for democracy and human rights, and her inspiring role as the first African woman to win the Nobel Prize. Maathai’s unwavering commitment to environmental justice left an indelible mark on the world. This book honors her legacy as a leader, environmentalist, and advocate for positive global change.

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Kuldeep Shubham

December 25, 2024

The audiobook made the historical context come alive

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