Stones into Schools

Promoting Peace with Books, Not Bombs, in Afghanistan and Pakistan

By: Greg Mortenson

Narrated by: Atossa Leoni

Length: 11 hrs and 14 mins

Publisher's summary

From the author of the number one best-seller Three Cups of Tea, the continuing story of this determined humanitarian’s efforts to promote peace through education

In this dramatic first-person narrative, Greg Mortenson picks up where Three Cups of Tea left off in 2003, recounting his relentless, ongoing efforts to establish schools for girls in Afghanistan; his extensive work in Azad Kashmir and Pakistan after a massive earthquake hit the region in 2005; and the unique ways he has built relationships with Islamic clerics, militia commanders, and tribal leaders. He shares for the first time his broader vision to promote peace through education and literacy, as well as touching on military matters, Islam, and women - all woven together with the many rich personal stories of the people who have been involved in this remarkable two-decade humanitarian effort.

Since the 2006 publication of Three Cups of Tea, Mortenson has traveled across the US and the world to share his vision with hundreds of thousands of people. He has met with heads of state, top military officials, and leading politicians who all seek his advice and insight. The continued phenomenal success of Three Cups of Tea proves that there is an eager and committed audience for Mortenson’s work and message.

©2009 Greg Mortenson (P)2009 Penguin

Odd Choice of Narrator

I find listening to a female narrator read this book distracting. I am by no means a misogynist, but the words are odd coming from a woman. Putting that aside, the information in this book is so vital. I recommend it to anyone.

Kind of different but just as good

3 Cups of Tea and Stones into Schools are different. I really enjoyed reading 3 Cups and also liked listening to Stones. 3 Cups is about Mortenson while Stones is about the organization he built. Don't get me wrong, there are great uplifting stories in Stones but he is narrating rather than experiencing the triumphs. Definitely worth the time and money but like most follow-ups, a bit different from the original. It is obvious why the books are "required reading" for military going overseas.

Highly recommended!

Greg Mortenson is a truly inspirational humanitarian. Those who maliciously vilify his character are either misinformed or filled with extreme animosity towards his remarkable efforts in Pakistan and Afghanistan.

A compelling story

I always prefer to hear a story by a man read by a man. The camaraderie of Greg Mortenson with all the others in the story is precious. I loved the brotherhood of the men who were working together on this incredible project.
I came to the finish, the great respect for the people of the Kush and Greg Mortensen and his team.

A true American Hero

As one reviewer said, Greg Mortenson deserves the Nobel Peace Prize. This sequal to "Three Cups of Tea" portrays the human spirit that can be tapped in any situation. It takes you into the culture, tribes, and regions of Central Asia in an indepth way while telling a great story full of adventure and unbelievable circumstances. What Greg and his team have accomplished has made the world and, especially, Central Asia a better place.
Entertaining and very informative. a 5 star for sure.

Great Book!

This amazing story is one for our times. My only downgrade on the book is the narrator -- it is distracting to hear a first person narrative written by a man read by a woman. However, if you can get by that, this book should be required reading/listening by all government officials and military.

A good follow on

While much debated in the press, the story of cultural challenges in central asia has many examples that you only believe if you've been there. Worthwhile sequel.

Diving into the greater masterpiece

I really enjoyed Mr Mortenson's bravery and foolishness in attempting to honor the great art of education. It is one thing to be a good student and entirely greater thing to create opportunity for the education of someone else, especially a perceived enemy. In a time of such hatred between religions, it is great to read about humans who seek out constructive understanding.

Astounding Account Full of Detail

Picking up where Three Cups of Tea left off, this work gives you everything you want from greater depth of the already told stories, updates on many of the people involved in Mortenson's quest to build school in Afghanistan and Pakistan, and more news about the past few years. What this man has been able to accomplish is astounding and can make even the most selfish feel the need to get outside themselves.

This would be four stars, but the narration is a bit odd. Since it's a first-person account, hearing the narrator of a man be a woman is a bit off-putting.

Better than Three Cups of Tea

Takes up where Three Cups of Tea ends. The quality of writing and the excellence of the reader mean this book is far better. I had been worrying about how the conditions in Pakistan and Afghanistan were affecting the work of the CAI and the answers have given me hope. Highly recommend A++++++