Shane Bauer & Sarah Shourd Tell Their Story

Journalists and activists Shane Bauer and Sarah Shourd will be at The Athenian School to discuss their book, A Sliver of Light: Three Americans Imprisoned in Iran on Thursday, 17 April 2014 at 7 PM.

Two of the three young Americans captured by Iranian forces and held in captivity for two years tell their story.

In summer 2009, Shane Bauer and Sarah Shourd (and their friend Josh Fattal) were hiking in Iraqi Kurdistan when they unknowingly crossed into Iran and were captured by a border patrol. Accused of espionage, the three Americans ultimately found themselves in Tehran's infamous Evin Prison, where they discovered that pooling their strength of will and relying on each other were the only ways they could survive.

In this poignant memoir, "the hikers" finally tell their side of the story. They recount the deception that lured them into Iran in the first place and describe the psychological torment of interrogation and solitary confinement. We follow them as they make surprising alliances with their fellow prisoners and even some of their captors, while their own bonds with each other are tested and deepened. Told through a bold and innovative interweaving of the authors' three voices, here is a rare glimpse inside Iran and a timeless portrayal of hardship and hope.

Rakestraw Books is happy to be once again working with The Athenian to bring this interesting and important program to our Rakestraw audience.

How much: Free. Reservations are strongly encouraged. Make yours by calling (925) 837-7337.

Where: The Athenian School, 2100 Mt. Diablo Scenic Blvd, Danville.