While embracing cultural traditions and witnessing the courage and compassion of many of his citizens during times of crisis, William experiences a growing awareness of socio-political realities and begins to pull away from superstition and ignorance. Although the region slowly recovers - with citizens questioning the political leadership - William’s family can no longer afford to send him to school. As famine strikes the larger region, William gives an intimate view of the epic struggles of his family and surrounding villages as food and resources become scarce and survival is no longer a given part of life. He grew up in a large, happy family and contributed to his parents’ successful farm while attending school. William Kamkwamba was born and raised in Malawi, a rural, impoverished village in South Eastern Africa.
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