VEDNECHI PHULE

Book Details:

• Publisher: Mehta Publishing House

• ISBN: 9788184986327

• Edition: 1st

• Publishing Year: January 2015

• Pages: 188

• Language: Translated From English to Marathi

• Category: Biography & True Stories

• Binding: Paperback

About the Book:

The extraordinary and inspiring story of Mariatu Kamara, a young girl who survived unspeakable violence and emerged as a symbol of hope and resilience.

As a child living in a small rural village in Sierra Leone, Mariatu Kamara’s life was full of joy and peace, surrounded by family and friends. But that peace was shattered when, at the age of 12, she was ambushed by heavily armed rebel soldiers during the Sierra Leone Civil War. The rebels, many of whom were no older than children themselves, subjected her to unspeakable brutality, severing both of her hands in a violent attack.

Despite her severe injuries, Mariatu miraculously survived and found the strength to continue her life. In a moment of raw determination, she clutched a mango with her bloodied stumps, symbolizing her deep will to live. However, the harsh reality of her new life set in—she had no family, no support, and was left to beg for survival in the streets of Freetown, Sierra Leone.

This gripping and heart-wrenching memoir takes readers on Mariatu’s journey from the horrors of war to the desperate life of a refugee and, eventually, to Toronto, where she began to rebuild her shattered existence. Her story is one of profound resilience, unimaginable pain, and, ultimately, triumph. With courage and determination, Mariatu went on to become a UNICEF Special Representative, using her voice to advocate for children affected by war and violence.

Mariatu’s story is a testament to the strength of the human spirit and the incredible power of hope, even in the darkest of times.