Adventures in Reading: "Stones into Schools" by Greg Mortenson

"Stones into Schools" is the second published installment in the adventures of Greg Mortenson, author of "Three Cups of Tea". Greg's journey building schools throughout Pakistan is expanded to include Afghanistan and other areas of central Asia. Along with the challenges inherently present in this kind of endeavor, Greg also faces the personal challenges of fame after the success of "Three Cups of Tea".

"Three Cups of Tea" is an amazing story. And "Stones into Schools" does not disappoint as a sequel. This chapter of the story is told directly by Greg, in the first person, making it a more intimate narrative. It gives us an extremely personal look into some of Greg's greatest triumphs, and some of his biggest fears and challenges.

"Stones into Schools" is a story of humanity. It's the story of how one human can literally change the world. It's the story of personal sacrifice, overcoming opposition, and of humility. It's a story well worth reading. And hopefully, it will inspire you to create some change of your own.