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.]
A Dream for Peace by Dr. Ghoulem Berrah is a memoir of the author's life. It started with an introduction to his family, upbringing, and education. Ghoulem was actively fighting for freedom, fighting against the oppression and subjugation of African countries. After some Algerian students were killed in an Algerian school, UGEMA, the General Union of Algerian Muslim Students, decided to go on strike. Ghoulem was singled out as the leader of the revolt. He fled France but got arrested after crossing the border into Spain. This was the beginning of his adventure. After his release, he joined the Moroccans in their fight. He got married and divorced, then married again, although their marriage was met with disapproval from Titi's parents. Will his efforts affect the struggle for Algeria's independence positively? Will he abandon his fight midway? Will his and Titi's love stand the test of time, or will her parents succeed in separating the couple? Read on to find out.
I love the detailed explanation of the places the author found himself. The author noted every detail of the events as they unfolded, which makes it easier to imagine the situation and gives a better understanding of what transpired. I learned a bit about every country Ghoulem visited. These countries include France, Spain, Morocco, China, Côte d'Ivoire, the United States of America, and Cairo. I especially loved how Ghoulem and his first wife, Antionette, annulled their marriage when it was clear that it was not working. Most Africans would rather remain unhappy in a marriage than divorce, and this practice is unhealthy for both the couple and their children (if any).
The interfaith marriage between Ghoulem and Titi was an exciting topic. I loved how they supported each other. Ghoulem mentioned how his wife fasted with him the first three days of Ramadan and once a week afterward. The conversation between Titi and the Catholic priest on the similarity between Ramadan and Lent, as they have the same purpose, gave me a lot to think about. Ghoulem and Titi also went on a pilgrimage to Jerusalem, which he described as the cradle of Christianity, Judaism’s most divine sanctuary, and one of Islam’s holiest cities. Their pilgrimage further reiterates the belief in a common faith shared by Muslims and Christians.
I rate this book 5 out of 5 stars because it was well-detailed and beautifully written. There was nothing to dislike. I found just one error, showing that this book was professionally well-edited. I could tell that the author made an effort to include every notable event with as much detail as he could. Berrah explained the activities of the UGEMA and other associations in a way that correctly showed their interest. I admire Ghoulem for his courage, which was shown when he continued to fight even after being incarcerated without trial for an indefinite period. His and Titi's love reinforces that love knows no religion and true love can stand the test of time.
I recommend this book to readers interested in history, the African Revolution, or politics.
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A Dream For Peace
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A Dream for Peace by Dr. Ghoulem Berrah is a memoir of the author's life. It started with an introduction to his family, upbringing, and education. Ghoulem was actively fighting for freedom, fighting against the oppression and subjugation of African countries. After some Algerian students were killed in an Algerian school, UGEMA, the General Union of Algerian Muslim Students, decided to go on strike. Ghoulem was singled out as the leader of the revolt. He fled France but got arrested after crossing the border into Spain. This was the beginning of his adventure. After his release, he joined the Moroccans in their fight. He got married and divorced, then married again, although their marriage was met with disapproval from Titi's parents. Will his efforts affect the struggle for Algeria's independence positively? Will he abandon his fight midway? Will his and Titi's love stand the test of time, or will her parents succeed in separating the couple? Read on to find out.
I love the detailed explanation of the places the author found himself. The author noted every detail of the events as they unfolded, which makes it easier to imagine the situation and gives a better understanding of what transpired. I learned a bit about every country Ghoulem visited. These countries include France, Spain, Morocco, China, Côte d'Ivoire, the United States of America, and Cairo. I especially loved how Ghoulem and his first wife, Antionette, annulled their marriage when it was clear that it was not working. Most Africans would rather remain unhappy in a marriage than divorce, and this practice is unhealthy for both the couple and their children (if any).
The interfaith marriage between Ghoulem and Titi was an exciting topic. I loved how they supported each other. Ghoulem mentioned how his wife fasted with him the first three days of Ramadan and once a week afterward. The conversation between Titi and the Catholic priest on the similarity between Ramadan and Lent, as they have the same purpose, gave me a lot to think about. Ghoulem and Titi also went on a pilgrimage to Jerusalem, which he described as the cradle of Christianity, Judaism’s most divine sanctuary, and one of Islam’s holiest cities. Their pilgrimage further reiterates the belief in a common faith shared by Muslims and Christians.
I rate this book 5 out of 5 stars because it was well-detailed and beautifully written. There was nothing to dislike. I found just one error, showing that this book was professionally well-edited. I could tell that the author made an effort to include every notable event with as much detail as he could. Berrah explained the activities of the UGEMA and other associations in a way that correctly showed their interest. I admire Ghoulem for his courage, which was shown when he continued to fight even after being incarcerated without trial for an indefinite period. His and Titi's love reinforces that love knows no religion and true love can stand the test of time.
I recommend this book to readers interested in history, the African Revolution, or politics.
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A Dream For Peace
View: on Bookshelves | on Amazon
