“In my mind, I built stairways. At the end of the stairways, I imagined rooms. These were high, airy places with big windows and a cool breeze moving through. I imagined one room opening brightly onto another room until I'd built a house, a place with hallways and more staircases. I built many houses, one after another, and those gave rise to a city -- a calm, sparkling city near the ocean, a place like Vancouver. I put myself there, and that's where I lived, in the wide-open sky of my mind. I made friends and read books and went running on a footpath in a jewel-green park along the harbour. I ate pancakes drizzled in syrup and took baths and watched sunlight pour through trees. This wasn't longing, and it wasn't insanity. It was relief. It got me through.”
Quote by Amanda Lindhout
Work
This book takes readers on a journey through the extraordinary experiences of a protagonist who stumbles upon a mysterious and enchanting house nestled high above the ground. The story delves into themes of discovery, wonder, and the human quest for the unknown, offering a blend of adventure and introspection. more
Author
Amanda Lindhout (born June 12, 1981) is a Canadian humanitarian, author, and motivational speaker. She gained international attention after being kidnapped in Somalia in 2008 and held captive for 460 days. Following her release, she founded the Amanda Lindhout Global Aid Organization, which supports women and children in conflict zones. Her memoir, 'A House in the Sky,' became a New York Times bestseller and has been translated into multiple languages. Lindhout's story of resilience and forgiveness has inspired millions worldwide. more
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