{"product_id":"a-strong-heart-an-autobiography-in-progress-paperback","title":"A Strong Heart: An Autobiography in Progress - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eSakib Awan\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA Strong Heart is the truly inspiring journey of a young man from Pakistan who made Australia home and created an extraordinary life. While building a business empire and contributing to the development of the new nation of Timor-Leste and its people, his success has not been without challenges. But with a strong heart and the support of a loving family, Sakib Awan has shown resilience in the face of life's setbacks. What more could one hope to achieve in a lifetime?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"You have done immense good for our country, and we must all feel indebted to you.\" - José Ramos-Horta AC, Nobel Laureate (1996), Prime Minister (2006-2007), and President (2007-2012) of Timor-Leste.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"As one of our largest private-sector employers, and one that places importance on building and enhancing the professional development and skills of his staff, Sakib is making a substantial contribution to our nation-building endeavour.\" - Xanana Gusmão, President (2002-2007) and Prime Minister (2007-2015) of Timor-Leste.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Sakib ... what a success you have made of your life in Australia and in Timor-Leste! What a great contribution you and Neelo have made to both of your adopted countries. Yours is a wonderful story that I know will inspire others.\" - Shane Stone AC, Chief Minister of the Northern Territory (1995-1999).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"An inspiring story about perseverance, hard work, grit and the art of negotiation. Its accessible style and real-world relevance lends itself to a wide audience, be it someone interested in learning about entrepreneurship or the immigrant experience.\" - Dr Faris Khan, Assistant Professor of Anthropology, SUNY Potsdam, NY.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 284\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.6 x 9 x 6 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e July 12, 2021\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42098216730759,"sku":"9780648697879","price":26.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0601\/2623\/2711\/files\/882612b87a5cabd6fe9f1f619725e2b8.webp?v=1732360661","url":"https:\/\/booksby.splitshops.com\/products\/a-strong-heart-an-autobiography-in-progress-paperback","provider":"Books by splitShops","version":"1.0","type":"link"}