The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind: Creating Currents of Electricity and Hope
Description
In the heart of Malawi, a young boy named William faces a devastating famine that threatens his family and village. Driven by an insatiable curiosity and a thirst for knowledge, he embarks on an extraordinary journey to bring power and hope to his community. Using discarded materials and sheer ingenuity, William constructs a functioning windmill, defying the odds and illuminating a path toward a brighter future. This inspiring true story explores themes of perseverance, innovation, and the transformative power of education against a backdrop of immense hardship.
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paperback
William Morrow
Published Jan 1, 2009
273 pages
ISBN: 9780061730320
hardcover
Dial
Published Feb 5, 2015
304 pages
ISBN: 9780803740808
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First Published
2009
Language
eng
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