Review of A Dream For Peace
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Review of A Dream For Peace
[Following is a volunteer review of "A Dream For Peace" by Dr. Ghoulem Berrah.]
The 20th century produced many historical characters, of which Dr. Ghoulem Berrah is one. In his memoir, Dr. Berrah recounts almost everything about his life as a freedom fighter, a devout Muslim, and a diplomat. A Dream for Peace is an autobiographical work that chronicles a rich and varied life spanning several continents.
The book begins with a narration of Dr. Berrah’s early life. The author was born in the Constantine province of Algeria. He lost his father early in life. The book describes his family as a very supportive one that is also rich in culture. Dr. Berrah travels to France to study medicine, an action that precipitated his venture into activism. While in medical school, he joined fellow students to form the Association of North African Muslim Students. This association is the first of the many organizations the author would belong to that fought for liberation, tolerance, and equality.
Dr. Berrah contributed significantly to medical practice and academia. The memoir tells us how he contributed to enzyme research with his research and academic publications. Away from his scientific career, Dr. Berrah was heavily involved in politics, especially in the area of decolonizing Africa. In A Dream for Peace, the author narrates how he actively participated in the fight against the French colonization of Algeria, which led to his imprisonment. The book details his experience in prison and the survival strategy he used to shield his resolve from collapse. He also worked as Special Advisor for Ivorian President Houphouët-Boigny. Additionally, he contributed to peace efforts in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
A Dream for Peace is one of the best books I have read that narrates a lifetime. I fell in love with many aspects of the book, one of which is the story itself. Most autobiographies I know usually concentrate on achievements in one area of life. Instead, Dr. Berrah’s memoir covers various achievements and engagements in various fields of life. His name appears in the history books of scientific study, particularly microbiology, through his enzyme research. He was also a committed freedom fighter, especially for Algerian independence. Despite being born and raised in Algeria, Dr. Berrah went on to become an Ivorian diplomat and a member of the highly regarded Houphouët-Boigny government. It is almost as if there is no end to these remarkable exploits. This factor makes the book just as great as the author.
In addition, I am highly impressed by the narrative style. It seems like the author wanted to make all aspects of his life public knowledge in the book. It carefully discusses every area of his life, with a frequent infusion of background stories for significant places in his life. The book has seventeen chapters, each representing a particular phase in his life. One beautiful thing about the author’s writing style is that each chapter is complex and comprehensive enough to make a whole new story. His choice of words also reflects his diplomatic career and Muslim faith admirably.
I have no complaints about A Dream for Peace other than the editing. I came across one typographical error in the second chapter. In light of this, I assume the book may have errors lost in the author’s engaging tales.
I rate this book 4 out of 4 stars because it is one of the best stories I have ever read about a person. Alongside Dr. Berrah’s intriguing life, the narrative quality is another reason I cannot rate the book any lower. I wholeheartedly recommend A Dream for Peace to young Africans from all walks of life. This book shows how a person can leave a positive mark on society and be successful in their profession.
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A Dream For Peace
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The 20th century produced many historical characters, of which Dr. Ghoulem Berrah is one. In his memoir, Dr. Berrah recounts almost everything about his life as a freedom fighter, a devout Muslim, and a diplomat. A Dream for Peace is an autobiographical work that chronicles a rich and varied life spanning several continents.
The book begins with a narration of Dr. Berrah’s early life. The author was born in the Constantine province of Algeria. He lost his father early in life. The book describes his family as a very supportive one that is also rich in culture. Dr. Berrah travels to France to study medicine, an action that precipitated his venture into activism. While in medical school, he joined fellow students to form the Association of North African Muslim Students. This association is the first of the many organizations the author would belong to that fought for liberation, tolerance, and equality.
Dr. Berrah contributed significantly to medical practice and academia. The memoir tells us how he contributed to enzyme research with his research and academic publications. Away from his scientific career, Dr. Berrah was heavily involved in politics, especially in the area of decolonizing Africa. In A Dream for Peace, the author narrates how he actively participated in the fight against the French colonization of Algeria, which led to his imprisonment. The book details his experience in prison and the survival strategy he used to shield his resolve from collapse. He also worked as Special Advisor for Ivorian President Houphouët-Boigny. Additionally, he contributed to peace efforts in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
A Dream for Peace is one of the best books I have read that narrates a lifetime. I fell in love with many aspects of the book, one of which is the story itself. Most autobiographies I know usually concentrate on achievements in one area of life. Instead, Dr. Berrah’s memoir covers various achievements and engagements in various fields of life. His name appears in the history books of scientific study, particularly microbiology, through his enzyme research. He was also a committed freedom fighter, especially for Algerian independence. Despite being born and raised in Algeria, Dr. Berrah went on to become an Ivorian diplomat and a member of the highly regarded Houphouët-Boigny government. It is almost as if there is no end to these remarkable exploits. This factor makes the book just as great as the author.
In addition, I am highly impressed by the narrative style. It seems like the author wanted to make all aspects of his life public knowledge in the book. It carefully discusses every area of his life, with a frequent infusion of background stories for significant places in his life. The book has seventeen chapters, each representing a particular phase in his life. One beautiful thing about the author’s writing style is that each chapter is complex and comprehensive enough to make a whole new story. His choice of words also reflects his diplomatic career and Muslim faith admirably.
I have no complaints about A Dream for Peace other than the editing. I came across one typographical error in the second chapter. In light of this, I assume the book may have errors lost in the author’s engaging tales.
I rate this book 4 out of 4 stars because it is one of the best stories I have ever read about a person. Alongside Dr. Berrah’s intriguing life, the narrative quality is another reason I cannot rate the book any lower. I wholeheartedly recommend A Dream for Peace to young Africans from all walks of life. This book shows how a person can leave a positive mark on society and be successful in their profession.
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