Sold Into Marriage: One Girl's Living Nightmare

In a world where human rights are often violated, the practice of child marriage remains a hidden epidemic. Millions of girls around the world are sold into marriage each year, often to men much older than themselves. These girls are denied their childhood, their education, and their dreams. They are forced to endure physical, emotional, and sexual abuse. And they are often trapped in a cycle of poverty and violence that can last for generations.

Sold into Marriage: One Girl's Living Nightmare

by Sean Boyne

4.4 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	413 KB
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Print length	:	192 pages

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This book is the harrowing and unforgettable account of one girl's experience being sold into marriage as a child bride. Born into a poor family in rural India, Lakshmi was just 11 years old when her parents arranged her marriage to a man twice her age. Lakshmi was terrified and begged her parents to let her stay in school. But they refused. They told her that it was her duty to marry and that she should be grateful for the opportunity to be married to such a wealthy man.

Lakshmi's husband was a cruel and abusive man. He beat her regularly and forced her to have sex with him. Lakshmi was also forced to do all of the housework and care for her husband's children. She was never allowed to go to school or to see her friends. She was a prisoner in her own home.

Lakshmi's story is a heartbreaking example of the devastating consequences of child marriage. She was robbed of her childhood, her education, and her freedom. She was forced to endure physical, emotional, and sexual abuse. And she was trapped in a cycle of poverty and violence that she could not escape.

But Lakshmi's story is also a story of hope. After years of abuse, she finally found the courage to escape. She ran away from her husband's house and sought refuge at a local women's shelter. With the help of the shelter staff, Lakshmi was able to get a divorce and start a new life.

Lakshmi's story is a powerful reminder that child marriage is a violation of human rights. It is a practice that has no place in the 21st century. We must all work together to end child marriage and to create a world where all girls are free to reach their full potential.

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About the Author

Lakshmi is a survivor of child marriage. She is now a vocal advocate for ending child marriage and for the rights of women and girls. She has spoken out about her experiences at the United Nations and other international forums. She is also the founder of the Lakshmi Foundation, which provides support to survivors of child marriage.

Sold into Marriage: One Girl's Living Nightmare

by Sean Boyne

4.4 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	413 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
X-Ray	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	192 pages

FREE