Unbowed

In Unbowed, Nobel Peace Prize winner Wangari Maathai shares the story of her life, from her upbringing in rural Kenya to her recognition as an international champion for the environment and human rights.

Maathai traces the roots of the Green Belt Movement, which she established in 1977 to empower local women and restore Kenya's degraded landscapes by planting trees. Across decades of political hostility, physical attacks, and imprisonment by state authorities, she remained committed to protecting native forests and promoting democratic governance in her country.

This direct and moving memoir documents a lifetime of persistence, offering readers across East Africa and beyond a powerful account of resilience, community action, and dedicated leadership.