--- product_id: 24993355 title: "A Thousand Sisters: My Journey into the Worst Place on Earth to Be a Woman" brand: "seal press" price: "19221CFA" currency: XOF in_stock: true reviews_count: 11 category: "Book" url: https://www.desertcart.sn/products/24993355-a-thousand-sisters-my-journey-into-the-worst-place-on store_origin: SN region: Senegal --- # A Thousand Sisters: My Journey into the Worst Place on Earth to Be a Woman **Brand:** seal press **Price:** 19221CFA **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** A Thousand Sisters: My Journey into the Worst Place on Earth to Be a Woman by seal press - **How much does it cost?** 19221CFA with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sn](https://www.desertcart.sn/products/24993355-a-thousand-sisters-my-journey-into-the-worst-place-on) ## Best For - seal press enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted seal press brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Full description not available ## Images ![A Thousand Sisters: My Journey into the Worst Place on Earth to Be a Woman - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/411pqMOqAEL.jpg) ![A Thousand Sisters: My Journey into the Worst Place on Earth to Be a Woman - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/31j3oVB-z8L.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ It's a bit awkward to say "I liked it" because the subject matter is inhumane and depressing *by R***T on Reviewed in the United States on February 6, 2016* It's a bit awkward to say "I liked it" because the subject matter is inhumane and depressing. Yet, living in the Democratic Republic of Congo, I learned a lot about the country's history, politics, and war especially in the east. I couldn't help but wonder how 5.4 million people were killed and I had never known of the sitaution. Millions of women have been raped, disfigured, and/or killed in the past. Though some say Eastern Congo is a no-conflict zone today, the residents' experiences tell a different story. Lisa Shannon gave up the majority of her comforts in life to pursue the experiences of the people in eastern Congo, particularly women. Her journey to and in the DRC is highlighted in her memoir. The style of writing was not my favorite, but I could overlook it because of the educational value of and sincerity in the book. A worthwhile read about the country considered "the worst place on earth to be a woman." ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Moved me to act *by J***N on Reviewed in the United States on June 4, 2012* When I was finished reading this book, I could not just put it away on my shelf. I purchased beautiful table runners handmade by disabled women in the Congo at ShonaCongoStore.com and 30 copies of Lisa Shannon's book, wrapped them up with a brief explanation and mailed them out to every woman I've known or barely known in the hope that charities such as womenforwomen.org, fistulafoundation.org and Lisa Shannon's Run for Congo, might continue to help these women.The author's point in the book was clear. There are women out there who have been maimed by machete, rape and extreme violence and to ignore them is to relinquish our own humanity.This book did its job. It made me do something. It made me appreciate feeling snug in my bed at night. And it made me want to share that feeling of security with others.I truly hope that, some day, women in the DRC can close their eyes at night and know that only sweet dreams will visit them. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Horrible/Wonderful book. A must read! *by C***Z on Reviewed in the United States on June 1, 2011* A friend of mine told me about this book so I came here to read the reviews. I read some of the 5 star and some of the 2 star reviews. After reading the 2 star reviews I decided that I wasn't going to invest my time, or money, in this book since I already have a ton of books that I want to read. But then my friend asked me to read it so I downloaded a copy to my Kindle. I read the entire book in one day, I literally couldn't put it down. At least one reviewer complained that Lisa spent too much time talking about herself and not enough time talking about the Congolese woman. I disagree. I think this book is as much about her as it is about the Congolese women and I think it would have been lacking if she'd have subtracted herself from the story. The relationship issues Lisa was going through and her quest actually reminded me of another book I absolutely love: Eat, Pray, Love. I am now reading another book that Lisa mentioned in this one: King Leopold's Ghost by Adam Hochschild. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.sn/products/24993355-a-thousand-sisters-my-journey-into-the-worst-place-on](https://www.desertcart.sn/products/24993355-a-thousand-sisters-my-journey-into-the-worst-place-on) --- *Product available on Desertcart Senegal* *Store origin: SN* *Last updated: 2026-05-18*