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Monique and the Mango Rains: Two Years with a Midwife in Mali |  | Author: Kris Holloway; Consulting Editor John Bidwell
Publisher: Waveland Press
Category: Book
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Media: Paperback
Pages: 240
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Dimensions (in): 8.8 x 5.8 x 0.5
ISBN: 1577664353
Dewey Decimal Number: 618.2
EAN: 9781577664352
ASIN: 1577664353
Publication Date: July 20, 2006
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What is it like to live and work in a remote corner of the world and befriend a courageous midwife who breaks traditional roles? Monique and the Mango Rains: Two Years with a Mali Midwife is the inspiring story of Monique Dembele, an accidental midwife who became a legend, and Kris Holloway, the young Peace Corps volunteer who became her closest confidante. In a small village in Mali, West Africa, Monique saved lives and dispensed hope every day in a place where childbirth is a life-and-death matter and where many children are buried before they cut a tooth. Kris worked side-by-side with her as they cared for each other through sickness and tragedy and shared their innermost secrets and hopes. Moniqueâs life was representative of many women in one of the worldâs poorest nations, yet she faced her challenges in extraordinary ways. Despite her fiercely traditional society and her limited education she fought for her beliefsâbirth control, the end of female genital mutilation, the right to receive a salary, and the right to educate her daughters. And she struggled to be with the man she loved. Her story is one of tragedy joy, rebellion, and of an ancient culture in the midst of change. It is an uplifting tribute to indomitable spirits everywhere. Monique and the Mango Rains is a fascinating voyage to an unforgettable place, a voyage spent close to the ground, immersed in village life, learning first-hand the rhythms of this world. From witnessing her first village birth to the night of Moniqueâs own tragic death, Kris draws on her first-person experiences in Mali, her graduate studies in maternal and child health, medical and clinic records, letters and journals, as well as conversations with Monique, her family, friends and colleagues, to gives readers a unique viewâand a friend in West Africa. (Not-for-sale instructor resource material available to college and university faculty only; contact the publisher directly.)
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Real. January 28, 2010
Beatrice Ansley (OKC, OK)
I have read a handful of RPCV books - but this may have been one of my favorites. Kris Holloway does not have an air of pretentiousness about her as some other authors do, and I feel her reactions to certain events and discoveries in the book are similar to what my own would be. I was able to relate to her.
Her story molds Monique into a intelligent, strong, selfless, beautiful and inspiring woman whose untimely death brought tears to my eyes. I think we all would have been lucky to have known such a woman.
Kris' fight for Monique's personal rights as well as the service she offers to Nampossela was also inspiring and uplifting. I truly respect her and appreciate her writing about her time with Monique and the people of her village.
One Persons Journey Through A World of Books Thoughts: January 7, 2010
Sheila A. Dechantal (Brainerd, Minnesota)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Monique and the Mango Rains is the compelling story of a rare friendship between a young Peace Corps volunteer and a midwife who became a legend . . .
Monique Dembele saved lives and dispensed hope in a place where childbirth is a life-and-death matter. This book tells of her unquenchable passion to better the lives of women and children in the face of poverty, unhappy marriages, and endless backbreaking work. Monique's buoyant humor and willingness to defy tradition were uniquely hers. In the course of this deeply personal narrative, as readers immerse themselves in the rhythms of West African village life, they come to know Monique as friend, mother, and inspired woman.
From witnessing her first village birth to the night of Monique's own tragic death, Kris Holloway draws on her first-person experiences in Mali, her graduate studies in maternal and child health, medical and clinic records, letters and journals, as well as conversations with Monique, her family, friends and colleagues, to give readers a unique view--and a friend in West Africa.
I really enjoy reading about other countries and other cultures. Kris Holloway's book was a book that fed this hunger for knowledge. Following in Kris' footsteps this book takes you through her two years she spent in the Peace Corps working with Monique, a midwife in Mali.
The friendship that you witness develop between Kris Halloway and Monique is worth reading the book alone. Yet, there is so much more information to this book them the friendship. This is an accurate account of what life in West Africa was like for this incredible woman.
Day to day Monique wakes early and works all day in the birthing house where she helps women with pregnancies, before the birth, during, and after. Working for unheard of wages that are collected by her husband... this book is one that ripped at my heart. Kris Holloway brings a voice to this remarkable women and brings her story that otherwise would be unknown... to us, the lucky readers. What a privilege to share a part of Monique's life.
From Kris's words about Africa, to Monique's time in America... you will want to experience this book. And that is just what this book is... an experience not to be missed.
Recipe: West African Peanut Stew -- Tigadegena
(from Monique Dembele, Mali, West Africa, adapted for vegetarians)
Serves 6-8
* 2c. chopped onion
* 3 cloves garlic
* 1tbsp. vegetable oil
* 2 tsp. grated fresh ginger
* 4 c. vegetable stock
* 2 c. tomato juice
* ½ tsp. cayenne (or to taste)
* 1 -1 ½ c. smooth peanut butter
* 2 c. chopped cabbage
* 2 c. chopped sweet potato
* 1 c. chopped okra (if available)
* salt and pepper
* chopped scallions
* Rice or cous-cous (this sauce can be served over either)
* Heat oil in large pot/skillet and fry onions, garlic, and ginger until soft. Add veg. stock, tomato juice, and cayenne. When hot, add peanut butter and mix well. Allow to boil for 10-20 minutes to thicken, then add remaining vegetables. Cook 20 minutes or so until vegetables are soft. Add water if the sauce is too thick, peanut butter if too thin. Serve over rice or cous-cous. Top with scallions. Is even better the next day.
* Traditionally this is served communal-style. A large bowl filled with rice and sauce is placed on the ground. People gather around it and, after washing their hands in a small bowl of water, dig in (each person being careful to only nosh on the rice and sauce directly in front of him/her so as not to mix spit with the folks on either side). Another bowl of water is passed to rinse hands after eating.
* Blessing for after the meal:
Allah ka suma I kono. (May God cool the food in your belly.)
Amina (Amen)
An Intimate Look Into Mali October 15, 2009
Amy Lynn Thue (South Dakota)
I was sent this book to review for my blog. I will admit I probably never would have picked up this book on my own. I am so glad that I was sent this book. It is such an intimate look no only into the life of a Peace Corp volunteer, but into the life of an amazing woman in Mali. You will fall in love with Monique. Thinking about the luxuries of health care in America, I had a hard time fathoming the conditions that Monique worked in to bring these lives into the world. However, she was grateful for all she had. This is a wonderful book and I would highly recommend it to others!
Great Item October 1, 2009
A. Garza (Richland, WA USA)
This book arrived on time and in described condition. I was very satisfied with this purhcase and I will continue to buy items from Amazon.com.
 Very Good, Read It! August 21, 2009
Jennifer
I loved this book, it's a touching and memorable story by someone who truly understands a part of the world that most Americans know nothing about. It describes important issues facing people, especially women, in West Africa. Both Ms. Halloway and Monique are also extremely inspirational. The only reason I gave this book 4 stars instead of 5 is because the writing is not stellar. Regardless, I would recommend it to anyone!
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