In this incredible true story of a war-stricken country where civilians seem powerless in the face of battle, this feminist and inspirational tale about a librarian's struggle to save her community's priceless collection of books reminds us how, throughout the world, the love of literature can unite us all.
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JEANETTE WINTER has written and illustrated many children's books based on true-life stories, including the highly acclaimed MAMA , The Librarian of Basra , and My Name Is Georgia . She lives in New York City.
More about Jeanette WinterJEANETTE WINTER has written and illustrated many children's books based on true-life stories, including the highly acclaimed MAMA , The Librarian of Basra , and My Name Is Georgia . She lives in New York City.
More about Jeanette Winter
