Desert Dawn

Desert Dawn

by WarisDirie (Author)

Synopsis

Fashion model, UN ambassador and courageous spirit, Waris Dirie is a remarkable woman, born into a traditional family of tribal desert nomads in Somalia. She told her story - enduring, at five years old, the ancient and savage custom of female circumcision; running away at twelve on foot through the desert in order to escape an arranged marriage; being discovered by Terence Donovan as she worked as a cleaner in London; and becoming a top fashion model - in her book, the worldwide bestseller, Desert Flower. Although Waris Dirie fled her homeland, she never forgot the country and culture that moulded her. The very world that nearly destroyed her also gave her the tools to survive. She traces the roots of her courage, resilience and humour back to her motherland, and most particularly to her mother. Desert Dawn is the story of that return. Desert Dawn is about coming home.

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More Information

Format: Paperback
Pages: 240
Edition: 1st
Publisher: Virago
Published: 04 Jul 2002

ISBN 10: 1860498531
ISBN 13: 9781860498534

Media Reviews
'This is the moving story of a dislocated woman trying to find her roots. An inspiring read.' U MAGAZINE 'Waris Dirie was a victim once, but she never will be again. She is still fighting, still using her beauty and courage to take what she has learned to try and put things right' SUNDAY EXPRESS 'Recounting a life beyond imagination for most of us, this is a courageous and awe-inspiring book. Remarkable.' MARIE CLAIRE 'An eye-opening read.' GLAMOUR 'The honesty of Waris's voice will warm your heart and give you much food for thought.' THE VOICE
Author Bio
Waris Dirie is an internationally famous model. In 1997 she was appointed by the UN as special ambassador for women's rights in Africa, in its efforts to eliminate female genital mutilation. She is also establishing her own Foundation called Desert Dawn to promote her cause.