Review of Secrets of the Kashmir Valley

[OLAMIDE FALEKULO]

[Following is a volunteer review of "Secrets of the Kashmir Valley" by Farhana Qazi.]

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5 out of 5 stars

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“Secret of the Kashmir valley” by Farhana Qazi is a powerful and unforgettable book that delves into the lives of women living in one of the world Top militarized zones. Here is a review of this remarkable work:
Overview:
Author: Farhana Qazi
Genre: non-fiction, memoir
Focus: The book is not about the politics of war but rather the people living inside the conflict-ridden Kashmir Valley.
Themes: Struggle, Sacrifice, Survival, and the power of secrets.
Synopsis:
Farhana Qazi, takes readers on a journey into the story of Kashmir, a region of great beauty and tragedy. The book focuses on the lives of women-peaceful protestors, political activities, and victims of the brutal war. These women struggle, sacrifice and survive against all odds.
“Kashmir is described as both the paradise on earths” and an active conflict zone. Every day, someone dies, is detained or disappears.
In this book Qazi shares emotional, personal stories that reveal the human cost of conflict. She emphasizes that military occupation must end to allow the Kashmir people to be truly free.
What makes this book Stand-out?
1. Qazi storytelling is a vivid and evocative, bringing the colors, smells and complexities of Kashmir to life.
2. The book humanizes the conflict, making it relatable even to those unfamiliar with the region it sheds light on the motivations, lives and thoughts of women caught in the midst of war and political turmoil.

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Secrets of the Kashmir Valley
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