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Book Synopsis: The young readers' edition of the true story that inspired Lion, the Academy Award nominated film starring Dev Patel, David Wenham, Rooney Mara, and Nicole Kidman. When Saroo Brierley used Google Earth to find his long-lost home town half a world away, he made global headlines. Saroo had become lost on a train in India at the age of five. Not knowing the name of his family or where he was from, he survived for weeks on the streets of Kolkata before being taken into an orphanage and adopted by a couple in Australia. Despite being happy in his new family, Saroo always wondered about his origins. When he was a young man, the advent of Google Earth led him to pore over satellite images of India for landmarks he recognized. And one day, after years of searching, he miraculously found what he was looking for and set off on a journey to find his mother.This edition features new material from Saroo about his childhood, including a new foreword and a Q&A about his experiences and the process of making the film.
"The emotional journey of Saroo Brierley (Patel) . . . will melt hearts around the globe."—People magazine
"Amazing stuff."—The New York Post
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Discover the incredible true story that captured the hearts of millions with Lion: A Long Way Home Young Readers' Edition. This gripping tale, which inspired the Academy Award nominated film, takes readers on an emotional journey of a young boy named Saroo Brierley who became lost on a train in India. Unable to find his way back to his family, Saroo survived on the streets of Kolkata until he was adopted by a loving couple in Australia.
Despite his new life, Saroo never forgot where he came from. With the help of Google Earth, he embarked on a heart-wrenching search for his long-lost home town in India. In this young readers' edition, Saroo shares his childhood experiences and takes readers on a fascinating journey of self-discovery. Experience the triumphs and struggles of Saroo's quest to unravel the mystery of his origins and find his mother.
This edition also includes exclusive new material from Saroo himself. Dive deeper into his captivating story with a new foreword and a Q&A about his experiences and the process of making the film. Lion: A Long Way Home Young Readers' Edition is a must-read for all ages, filled with hope, resilience, and the power of determination.
Don't miss out on this touching tale that captivated the world. Discover Lion: A Long Way Home Young Readers' Edition now and join Saroo Brierley on an unforgettable journey of love, loss, and the unbreakable bond of family.
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