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Listen to the Wind by Greg Mortenson
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"The author of "Three Cups of Tea," who has worked to build and guide schools in Afghanistan and Pakistan, has now collaborated on a children's version of his story. The light-hearted collages accompanying the text will both entertain and educate the next generation of community activists."
Handmilled Soap Pebbles from Afghanistan - Not Potatoes
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"This is not a depiction of the five life stages of a peeled potato. These unique handmilled soap pebbles, made in Afghanistan, are beautiful, extremely creamy and delicately scented--and they last much longer than a peeled potato, especially if you never get them wet. . The supersaturated eco-friendly soaps are molded to resemble beautifully polished, slightly irregular marble river stones that ..."
Antique Garnet Neckpiece
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"Wow! What an eye catching piece! Luxury and dramatic glamor at it's finest. DETAILS: Tapestry has an ancient history in Afghanistan as part of the nomadic culture. This beautiful piece is hand-crafted from traditional antique textile; red, green, orange and blue are woven into traditional geometric patterns, bordering the embossed brass medallions. The collar is formed from hundreds of red gar..."
Arzu Rugs :: Tribal Collection
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"If you are in the market for a woven rug from Afghanistan, consider Arzu Rugs. The company supports the enterprise of Afghan women helping talented weavers obtain materials for their rugs and create patterns which will appeal to consumers and then sell them in the West. The company also offers literacy classes and health care for the families of the women. The rugs, which generally sell in the $1,..."
Three Cups of Tea: One Man's Mission to Promote Peace . . . One School at a Time
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"This true story is about a mountain climber who was rescued by a small village, and kept safe until he could be returned to the base camp for medical care. He promised the villagers that he would return one day and build a desperately needed school. In the end, he ends up founding an organization that built schools throughout the region. By turns instructional, exciting and inspirational, this one..."
Arghand Cooperative - Natural Soap Pebbles
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"Handcrafted in Kandahar, Afghanistan, pomegranate seed oil soap in the shape of natural stones. Founded in 2005, by former NPR reporter Sarah Chayes, Arghand Cooperative includes men and women, and it is committed to providing women with dignified employment remunerated at a fair level, as well as an equal share in the decision-making process. More importantly, supporting their efforts offers a ..."
Michael Anthony - Author of Mass Casualties: A Young Medics True Story
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"Just read it. Great story from a veteran. I served myself and this is the closest book to what it was like."
5 Pakistani road workers shot dead in Afghanistan
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"KANDAHAR, Afghanistan – Five Pakistani road construction workers were shot dead Thursday in Afghanistan’s restive southern city of Kandahar, police said"
