William Kamkwamba Boy Who Harnessed the Wind (Paperback)
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Item specifics
- Condition
- Publication Name
- Boy Who Harnessed the Wind
- Title
- Boy Who Harnessed the Wind
- ISBN-10
- 0061730335
- EAN
- 9780061730337
- ISBN
- 9780061730337
- Release Year
- 2010
- Release Date
- 07/27/2010
- Country/Region of Manufacture
- US
- Book Title
- Boy Who Harnessed the Wind : Creating Currents of Electricity and Hope
- Publisher
- HarperCollins
- Item Length
- 8 in
- Publication Year
- 2010
- Format
- Trade Paperback
- Language
- English
- Item Height
- 0.7 in
- Genre
- Nature, Technology & Engineering, Social Science, Biography & Autobiography
- Topic
- Environmental / Water Supply, Power Resources / Electrical, Mechanical, Personal Memoirs, Essays, Natural Resources, Science & Technology, Sociology / Rural
- Item Weight
- 8.5 Oz
- Item Width
- 5.3 in
- Number of Pages
- 320 Pages
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Product Identifiers
Publisher
HarperCollins
ISBN-10
0061730335
ISBN-13
9780061730337
eBay Product ID (ePID)
81815256
Product Key Features
Book Title
Boy Who Harnessed the Wind : Creating Currents of Electricity and Hope
Number of Pages
320 Pages
Language
English
Topic
Environmental / Water Supply, Power Resources / Electrical, Mechanical, Personal Memoirs, Essays, Natural Resources, Science & Technology, Sociology / Rural
Publication Year
2010
Genre
Nature, Technology & Engineering, Social Science, Biography & Autobiography
Format
Trade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height
0.7 in
Item Weight
8.5 Oz
Item Length
8 in
Item Width
5.3 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Trade
Dewey Edition
22
TitleLeading
The
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The book abounds with themes that resonate deeply: the idea that with hard work and persistence comes triumph; that optimism is not a mental state but a type of action, that from grief and loss can come success., I was moved first to laughter, and then to tears by William's explanation of how he turned some PVC pipe, a broken bicycle and some long wooden poles into a machine capable of generating sufficient current to power lights and a radio in his parents' house.|9780061730337|, This book is inspirational. What William did took nothing more than initiative and a little learning, yet he changed his village and his life. There's never been a better time to Do It Yourself, and I love how much we can learn from those who often have no other choice., This book.... is a testament to the power of a dream and the freedom that comes from accomplishing a sustainable way of life. Read this book, act on its message and pass it on., William will challenge everything you have thought about Africa, about young people, and about the power of one person to transform a community. This beautifully written book will open your heart and mind. I was moved by William and his story and believe you all will. Essential, powerful and compelling., An inspiring tale of an African Cheetah--the new generation of young Africans who won't sit and wait for corrupt and incompetent governments-or vampire states- to come and do things for them. Here is one who harnessed the wind to generate electricity for his village-on his own., A powerful read. This book takes you on a journey to discover pure innovation and the unfolding story of a natural genius. A true vision of struggle and tenacity to make a bold idea become a reality. This should be required reading for anyone who dares to dream., A rare and inspiring story of hope in rural Africa....William represents a new generation of Africans, using ingenuity and invention to overcome life's challenges. Where so many tilt at windmills, William builds them!, I loved this enchanting story of a humble young hero from an impoverished African village who accomplished a miracle with scrap materials and unstoppable enthusiasm. What an inspiration!, Wonderful! I challenge you to read this story of one young man changing his corner of the world with nothing but intelligence and perseverance and not come away more hopeful about the prospects for a brighter, greener future., This is an amazing, inspiring and heartwarming story! It's about harnessing the power not just of the wind, but of imagination and ingenuity. Those are the most important forces we have for saving our planet. William Kamkwamba is a hero for our age., In this book, the spirit, resilience and resourcefulness that are Africa's greatest strengths shine through.... The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind is a remarkable story about a remarkable young man and his inquisitive and inventive mind., William Kamkwamba is an alchemist who turned misfortune into opportunity, opportunity beyond his own. The book is about learning by inventing. William's genius was to be ingenious., A moving, touching, important story. One more reminder of how small the world is and how powerful the human spirit can be., This exquisite tale strips life down to its barest essentials, and once there finds reason for hopes and dreams, and is especially resonant for Americans given the economy and increasingly heated debates over health care and energy policy., I first met William on stage at TED.... His story, told in just a couple of minutes, was both astonishing and exhilarating. This book proves what those few minutes hinted at: a remarkable individual capable of inspiring many to take their future into their own hands., An inspiring tale of an African Cheetah--the new generation of young Africans who won't sit and wait for corrupt and incompetent governments--or vampire states-- to come and do things for them. Here is one who harnessed the wind to generate electricity for his village--on his own., This book is inspirational. What William did took nothing more than initiative and a little learning.... There's never been a better time to Do It Yourself, and I love how much we can learn from those who often have no other choice., Beyond opening the door to a nascent genre of African Innovation literature, The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind makes excuses about why Africans can't change their fates untenable. This potent, powerful, and uplifting message is the heart of William Kamkwamba's courageous story., ' In this book, the spirit, resilience and resourcefulness that are Africa's greatest strengths shine through.... The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind is a remarkable story about a remarkable young man and his inquisitive and inventive mind.' (Amy Smith, founder, D-Lab, MIT), William Kamkwamba's achievements with wind energy should serve as a model of what one person, with an inspired idea, can do to tackle the crisis we face. His book tells a moving and exciting story., An inspiring tale of an African Cheetah--the new generation of young Africans who won't sit and wait for corrupt and incompetent governments—or vampire states— to come and do things for them. Here is one who harnessed the wind to generate electricity for his village—on his own.
Dewey Decimal
621.45
Synopsis
Now a Netflix Film, Starring and Directed by Chiwetel Ejiofor of 12 Years a Slave William Kamkwamba was born in Malawi, a country where magic ruled and modern science was mystery. It was also a land withered by drought and hunger. But William had read about windmills, and he dreamed of building one that would bring to his small village a set of luxuries that only 2 percent of Malawians could enjoy: electricity and running water. His neighbors called him misala--crazy--but William refused to let go of his dreams. With a small pile of once-forgotten science textbooks; some scrap metal, tractor parts, and bicycle halves; and an armory of curiosity and determination, he embarked on a daring plan to forge an unlikely contraption and small miracle that would change the lives around him. The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind is a remarkable true story about human inventiveness and its power to overcome crippling adversity. It will inspire anyone who doubts the power of one individual's ability to change his community and better the lives of those around him.
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- Apr 18, 2019Top favorable review
A pleasant, simple, and informative read
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- Mar 29, 2017
Very Inspirational
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- Jul 19, 2021
Encouraging Curiosity & Charity
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- Apr 13, 2021
Well done Young Man!
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- Apr 17, 2019
Poor boy in Africa creates windmill to bring water and electricity to his family and becomes known around the world for his inginuity and resolve.
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- 5***5 (327)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseThe CD was brand new as advertised and was nicely packaged for shipment. It arrived in pristine condition. It actually arrived ahead of scheduled. I had great communication with the seller. This is a really hard to find disc and I appreciate being able to purchase it at good price. I couldn’t be happier with this transaction. This is very trustworthy seller. A++++
- a***a (3)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchasePrompt notifications, vendor did a fantastic and professional job packaging, shipping, and notifying about the item's status. The received item (vinyl records) was exactly of the quality and condition, described (photos matched the received item's description and appearance). I had a very positive customer experience, which added to the item's value, and which I really appreciated. 10/10, would do business again with rarewaves-usa through Ebay!