{"title":"Haben Girma","description":"\u003cp\u003eHaben Girma is a trailblazing advocate for people with disabilities and a renowned author whose work offers insightful and inspiring perspectives on accessibility and inclusion. As the first deafblind graduate of Harvard Law School, Haben has dedicated her life to breaking down barriers and creating opportunities for all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn her collection, particularly \u003cem\u003eHaben: The Deafblind Woman Who Conquered Harvard Law\u003c\/em\u003e, readers are invited to explore Haben's incredible journey, from her childhood experiences in California and Eritrea to her groundbreaking achievements in academia and beyond. Her memoir is filled with engaging anecdotes and profound insights that showcase resilience, determination, and unwavering spirit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor those interested in the Biography \u0026amp; Memoir genre, Haben Girma's work is a must-read. Her stories not only highlight the importance of accessibility but also celebrate the strength found within diverse experiences. Discover this powerful narrative and get inspired by Haben's remarkable life story, which continues to influence and empower individuals worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"haben-by-haben-girma-9781538728734","title":"Haben","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\"This autobiography by a millennial Helen Keller teems with grace and grit.\" -- \u003ci\u003eO, The Oprah Magazine\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\n\u003cb\u003e\"A profoundly important memoir.\" -- \u003ci\u003eThe Times\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e As featured in \u003ci\u003eThe Wall Street Journal\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003ePeople\u003c\/i\u003e, and on The TODAY Show \u003c\/strong\u003e A \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e \"New \u0026amp; Noteworthy\" Pick \u003cstrong\u003e An \u003ci\u003eO Magazine\u003c\/i\u003e \"Book of the Month\" Pick \u003c\/strong\u003e A \u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003c\/i\u003e Bestseller \u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\n\u003cb\u003eThe incredible life story of Haben Girma, the first Deafblind graduate of Harvard Law School, and her amazing journey from isolation to the world stage.\u003c\/b\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHaben grew up spending summers with her family in the enchanting Eritrean city of Asmara. There, she discovered courage as she faced off against a bull she couldn't see and found in herself an abiding strength as she absorbed her parents' harrowing experiences during Eritrea's thirty-year war with Ethiopia. Their refugee story inspired her to embark on a quest for knowledge, travelling the world in search of the secret to belonging. She explored numerous fascinating places, including Mali, where she helped build a school under the scorching Saharan sun. Her many adventures over the years range from the hair-raising to the hilarious.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHaben defines disability as an opportunity for innovation. She learned non-visual techniques for everything from dancing salsa to handling an electric saw. She developed a text-to-braille communication system that created an exciting new way to connect with people. Haben pioneered her way through obstacles, graduated from Harvard Law, and now uses her talents to advocate for people with disabilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eHaben\u003c\/i\u003e takes readers through a thrilling game of blind hide-and-seek in Louisiana, a treacherous climb up an iceberg in Alaska, and a magical moment with President Obama at The White House. Warm, funny, thoughtful, and uplifting, this captivating memoir is a testament to one woman's determination to find the keys to connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46843877785836,"sku":"9781538728734","price":27.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/23451693482735.jpg?v=1758817606"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/haben-girma.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}