Iran Awakening: A Memoir of Revolution and Hope by Shirin Ebadi
4.6 out of 5
Language | : | English |
File size | : | 3731 KB |
Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
Screen Reader | : | Supported |
Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
Word Wise | : | Enabled |
Print length | : | 256 pages |
Iran Awakening: A Memoir of Revolution and Hope is a powerful and inspiring memoir from Nobel Peace Prize laureate Shirin Ebadi. Through her personal experiences, Ebadi offers a unique perspective on the events that have shaped Iran's history and the indomitable spirit of the Iranian people.
Ebadi was born in Iran in 1947. She grew up in a middle-class family and attended Tehran University, where she studied law. After graduating, Ebadi worked as a lawyer and became known for her defense of political prisoners and her advocacy for women's rights.
In 1979, the Iranian Revolution overthrew the Shah and established an Islamic republic. Ebadi was initially supportive of the revolution, but she soon became disillusioned by the new government's human rights abuses. She continued to speak out against the government, and in 1999 she was arrested and imprisoned.
Ebadi was released from prison in 2000, but she continued to face harassment from the government. In 2003, she was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for her work on behalf of human rights. The award brought her international recognition and helped to raise awareness of the Iranian government's human rights abuses.
Iran Awakening is a powerful and moving account of Ebadi's life and work. It is a story of courage, resilience, and hope. Ebadi's memoir is a must-read for anyone who is interested in Iran, human rights, or the power of one person to make a difference.
Quotes from Iran Awakening
"I have always believed that the most important thing is to never give up hope. No matter how difficult the situation may seem, there is always hope for a better future." - Shirin Ebadi
"The Iranian people are a proud and independent people. They have a long history of fighting for their rights, and they will not give up until they achieve their goals." - Shirin Ebadi
"I believe that change is possible in Iran. The people of Iran deserve to live in a free and democratic society, and I will continue to fight for their rights until they achieve their goals." - Shirin Ebadi
Additional Resources
- Shirin Ebadi's website
- Shirin Ebadi's Nobel Peace Prize biography
- Shirin Ebadi's Wikipedia page
4.6 out of 5
Language | : | English |
File size | : | 3731 KB |
Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
Screen Reader | : | Supported |
Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
Word Wise | : | Enabled |
Print length | : | 256 pages |
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4.6 out of 5
Language | : | English |
File size | : | 3731 KB |
Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
Screen Reader | : | Supported |
Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
Word Wise | : | Enabled |
Print length | : | 256 pages |