Hands Around the Library: Protecting Egypt's Treasured Books
Hands Around the Library: Protecting Egypt's Treasured Books

The inspiring true story of demonstrators standing up for the love of a library. In January 2011, in a moment that captured the hearts of people all over the world, thousands of Egypt's students, library workers, and demonstrators surrounded the great Library of Alexandria and joined hands, forming a human chain to protect the building. They chanted "We love you, Egypt!" as they stood together for the freedom the library represents.

Book Details

Genre: 

  • Educational
  • Inspirational
  • Nonfiction

Age Level: 

  • 5 - 8
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