Description
This is the astonishing true story of a woman who defied unimaginable odds to forge a life of extraordinary success and purpose. Fleeing a brutal existence in the Somali desert as a child bride, she embarked on a perilous journey that led her from poverty and illiteracy to the glittering world of international fashion. Her path, however, was not solely defined by glamour; it became a powerful platform for advocacy. Ultimately, she transformed her personal triumphs into a global mission to fight against female genital mutilation, becoming a leading voice for human rights.
Available Editions
paperback
William Morrow Paperbacks
Published Sep 22, 1999
248 pages
ISBN: 9780688172374
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Details
First Published
1999
Language
eng
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for Desert Flower by Waris Dirie.