Overview
Growing up in Damascus, the pool was Yusra Mardiniās happy place. She learned to swim before she could walk. And with swimming came a dreamāto compete in the Olympic games.
But when war came to Syria, Yusraās homeāand her poolāwere no longer safe. Yusra and her sister set out on a harrowing journey, crossing the sea in search of safety.
In the inspirational tale that follows, Yusraās courageous spirit shines. Crammed on a too-small refugee boat, disaster strikes when the boatās motor breaks! Scared but determined, Yusra plunges into the water and starts swimming.
Infused with hope, Yusraās story encourages readers to pursue their own dreams, revealing how she met waves of danger with strength and perseverance. One breath at a time.
Readers will dive into this courageous tale of an athlete, refugee, and hero who inspired the world with her resolve to pursue her Olympic dream.
This book title, Swimming Toward a Dream (Yusra Mardini's Incredible Journey from Refugee to Olympic Swimmer), ISBN: 9781645679837, by Reem Faruqi, Asma Enayeh, published by Page Street Publishing (September 5, 2023) is available in hardcover. Our minimum order quantity is 25 copies. All standard bulk book orders ship FREE in the continental USA and delivered in 4-10 business days.
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