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Books for teens
The Breadwinner by Deborah Ellis-
The story of Parvana, who disguises herself as a boy to ensure the survival of her family under Taliban rule.
Afghanistan by Miriam Greenblatt-
A brief overview of the geography, history, environment, politics, language, religion, people and culture of Afghanistan.
Mosque by David Macaulay-
An examination of the practical and spiritual decisions involved in designing and building a mosque using the construction drawings of a 16th-century Turkish mosque.
Islam by Philip Wilkinson-
An introduction to the history and founding beliefs of Islam, including specific information on subjects like the Five Pillars of Islam, the difference between Shi'i and Sunni Muslims and the life of the Prophet Muhammad.
