Discover the inspiring story of Amal Clooney, the inspirational lawyer and human rights activist.
Amal Clooney was born in Beirut in Lebanon in 1978. When she was just two years old, her family fled to the United Kingdom to escape the Lebanese Civil War. Amal’s mother was a journalist and her father was a business man and academic, but Amal always dreamed of being a lawyer. She loved school and was determined to achieve her dream. She studied at Oxford University and the New York University School of Law and became a barrister.
Now one of the leading human rights lawyers in the world, Amal is known for her dedication to fairness and justice. With a sharp intellect and fierce determination, she has represented high-profile clients, including journalists, political prisoners and victims of human rights abuses.
This book shows young readers how Amal worked hard to achieve her dream – and how through her legal and charity work, she continues to fight for those who cannot fight for themselves.
This powerful book features beautiful illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of Amal's life.