Book Description | Subject Heading Description 1: Health, Family & Lifestyle Subject Heading Description 2: Reference ISBN: 9781250871084 ISBN-10: Publisher Imprint: Henry Holt and Co. Contributor 1: Silvia Vasquez-Lavado Title: In the Shadow of the Mountain : A Memoir of Courage Binding Type: Paperback Content Language Code: Pages: Description: Discover the captivating world of In the Shadow of the Mountain : A Memoir of Courage, a Health, Family & Lifestyle that falls under the Reference category. This Paperback-formatted gem, contributed by Silvia Vasquez-Lavado and published by Henry Holt and Co., promises an immersive experience for readers. With pages of engaging content, In the Shadow of the Mountain : A Memoir of Courage explores. The language adds a unique flavor to the narrative, making it accessible to a wide audience. |
About the Author | Silvia Vasquez-Lavado is a humanitarian, mountaineer, explorer, social entrepreneur, and technologist living in San Francisco. In 2014, she launched Courageous Girls, a nonprofit that helps survivors of sexual abuse and trafficking with opportunities to find inner strength and cultivate their voices by demonstrating their physical strength. Courageous Girls has had projects in Nepal, India, the United States, and Peru. Vasquez-Lavado was recognized by Fortune magazine as one of the Corporate Heroes of 2015. CNET named her one of the 20 Most Influential Latinos in Silicon Valley. She has also been recognized by the Peruvian government as one of the "Marca Peru" ambassadors (country brand ambassadors). She is a member of the Explorers Club and one of the few women in the world to complete the Seven Summits. |