This inspiring book tells the true story of Alia Muhammad Baker, the chief librarian of Basra's Central Library. As war approaches Iraq, Alia fears for the safety of the library's 30,000 precious books. In an act of quiet courage, she and her neighbors work together to secretly move the entire collection to safety, saving a priceless cultural heritage from the ravages of war. It's a powerful testament to the bravery of ordinary people and the importance of preserving knowledge.