Description
Overcoming a childhood beset by civil war in East Africa, a refugee camp in Sudan and living on welfare in an affluent Chicago suburb, Mawi Asgedom grew up to deliver the commencement address at the end of his full-scholarship Harvard education in 1999. Now he travels around the world sharing his experiences and insights with teenagers.
This book features all the important lessons he has learned in a lively, accessible format.
About the Author
Mawi graduated from Harvard University and delivered the commencement address at his graduation in 1999. He's now 25 and is a successful inspirational speaker for students, community groups and businesses.
Reviews
' This is the book that all teenagers have been waiting for' Jared Smith, teenager
Book Information
ISBN 9780316736893
Author Mawi Asgedom
Format Paperback
Page Count 160
Imprint Little, Brown & Company
Publisher Little, Brown & Company
