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“My work to promote education and literacy in remote regions of Pakistan and Afghanistan has become my life's mission. This takes a full-time commitment 365 24/7.”

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Greg Mortenson

Greg Mortenson is a humanitarian known for his work on educational and medical projects in Pakistan and Afghanistan. He has gained widespread recognition for his efforts in these regions, particularly for his book 'Three Cups of Tea', which details his experiences and achievements. more

“Certainly I am sometimes afraid, but my hope is greater than my fear, and the biggest enemy we all face is ignorance which breeds hatred, whether it be in America, or Afghanistan, or anywhere. We owe it to our children that we may give them all a legacy of peace, but it will take courage and compassion.”

Giving Children Sometimes Compassion Enemy Ignorance Hatred Our Children Legacy Afghanistan

Author:Greg Mortenson

“The Koran and Islam is about submission, justice and compassion. All people of the "book" - which means the Torah, Koran and Bible are accorded equal respect under Islam.”

People Mean Book Justice Compassion Equal Islam Submission Torah

Author:Greg Mortenson

“I think Americans yearn for other alternatives to peace, than the path our government has currently taken, and perhaps why there is great interest in this book, and the message to fight poverty and ignorance with education.”

Thinking Book Fighting Interest Poverty Path Taken Ignorance

Author:Greg Mortenson

“By the way, although the subtitle of the book "Three Cups of Tea" is "fighting terror, one school at a time", that was not my choice, as fighting terror is not why I do this, I do it to promote peace, and give hope and opportunity to children deprived of education.”

Giving Children Book School Choices Fighting Opportunity Terror Tea

Author:Greg Mortenson