Discover the complete Breadwinner Series Collection 5 Books Set By Deborah Ellis — an emotionally powerful boxed set for young readers, parents, teachers, and book lovers who want an honest, human portrait of life in Afghanistan. This paperback collection brings together five moving novels that follow Parvana and her friend Shauzia through loss, courage, and survival. Ideal for classroom libraries, gift sets, or bedside reading, this set offers compelling storytelling from an award-winning author.
What’s included (titles in the set):
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Parvana's Journey — Parvana's father has died, and her mother, sister and brother have gone to a faraway wedding, not knowing what has happened to the father. Parvana doesn't know where they are. She just knows she has to find them.
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Mud City — Parvana's best friend from The Breadwinner, Shauzia, has escaped the misery of her life in Kabul, only to end up in a refugee camp in Pakistan. But she still dreams of seeing the ocean and eventually making a new life in France. Once she leaves the camp, she has no money, no food, and only her dog Jasper for company.
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One More Mountain — It's 2021, and the Taliban have regained power in Afghanistan. Parvana and Shauzia, the brave protagonists of The Breadwinner, must now flee to escape new dangers from an old enemy. It has been 20 years since they disguised themselves as boys to support their families; now they face a new era of uncertainty.
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The Breadwinner — Parvana's father is arrested and taken away by Taliban soldiers. Under Taliban law, women and girls are not allowed to leave the house on their own. Parvana, her mother, and sisters are prisoners in their own home and face starvation without someone to buy food.
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My Name is Parvana — In this stunning sequel, Parvana, now fifteen, is found in a bombed-out school and held as a suspected terrorist by American troops in Afghanistan. The army major thinks she may be a terrorist working with the Taliban. Parvana does not respond to questions in any language and remains silent.
Product Details:
Condition: BRAND NEW
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9789124280802
Deborah Ellis, a bestselling and award-winning author, brings compassionate insight and journalistic sensitivity to this children's series. Trusted by parents and recommended by educators, these titles illuminate the resilience of young people facing conflict and displacement. The Breadwinner series has become a recommended reading choice for middle-grade curricula and social-emotional learning units.
Why readers and buyers choose this set:
- Complete story arc — follow Parvana and Shauzia across five interconnected books and see their growth over time.
- Paperback editions — easy-to-handle for young readers and durable for classroom use.
- Powerful themes — empathy, courage, friendship, and survival that spark meaningful conversations.
- Versatile gift — perfect as a birthday present, classroom resource, or a thoughtful keepsake.
- Trusted author — written by Deborah Ellis, known for authentic, age-appropriate portrayals of global issues.
This boxed collection is more than a book purchase — it’s a doorway into important conversations and a timeless keepsake for families, teachers, and young readers who want stories that matter. Whether you’re building a classroom library, looking for a meaningful gift set, or searching for powerful bedtime reading, the Breadwinner Series Collection offers unforgettable characters and real-world lessons that stay with readers long after the last page.