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Book Synopsis: Cherished by millions of readers, this #1 New York Times bestselling novel is a powerful tale of perseverance and hope. Newbery Medalist Linda Sue Park interweaves the stories of two Sudanese children who overcome mortal dangers to improve their lives and the lives of others.
A Long Walk to Water begins as two stories, told in alternating sections, about two eleven-year-olds in Sudan, a girl in 2008 and a boy in 1985. The girl, Nya, is fetching water from a pond that is two hours’ walk from her home: she makes two trips to the pond every day. The boy, Salva, becomes one of the “lost boys” of Sudan, refugees who cover the African continent on foot as they search for their families and for a safe place to stay.
Enduring every hardship from loneliness to attack by armed rebels to contact with killer lions and crocodiles, Salva is a survivor, and his story goes on to intersect with Nya’s in an astonishing and moving way. Includes an afterword by author Linda Sue Park and the real-life Salva Dut, on whom the novel is based, and who went on to found Water for South Sudan.
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Discover the extraordinary journey of perseverance and hope in the #1 New York Times bestselling novel, A Long Walk to Water: Based on a True Story. Written by acclaimed Newbery Medalist Linda Sue Park, this gripping tale intertwines the lives of two Sudanese children who conquer immense dangers to not only transform their own lives but also impact the lives of others.
Set in Sudan, the story follows the parallel lives of two eleven-year-olds, Nya and Salva. Nya spends hours walking to a distant pond every day to collect water for her family, while Salva embarks on a treacherous journey across Africa as one of the “lost boys” of Sudan in search of safety and his loved ones. Through unimaginable hardships, from facing armed rebels to the perils of the African wilderness, Salva becomes a true survivor, and his extraordinary story eventually intertwines with Nya’s in a way that will leave you profoundly moved.
A Long Walk to Water is not just a captivating work of fiction, but a testament to the human spirit's ability to endure and triumph over adversity. With an afterword by Linda Sue Park and Salva Dut himself, the real-life inspiration behind the novel, this book offers a unique perspective on the power of resilience and the importance of making a difference.
Join millions of readers who have been captivated by this powerful story of survival and determination. Experience the impact of A Long Walk to Water and be inspired by the remarkable journey of these two remarkable individuals. Grab your copy today and immerse yourself in a tale that will leave a lasting impression.
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