This illustrated story uses fiction to pay tribute to the life of Iqbal Masih, a Pakistani boy who achieved world wide recognition for his role in outlawing bonded child labour. It describes how Nadeem and other children work long hours in terrible conditions in a carpet factory to pay off loans their families have accepted from its owner. After a meeting with Iqbal, Nadeem is inspired to lead a revolt against their bondage. A resource section offers more information on child labour issues around the world.