Review of Bedu: Bedouin Boy, Poet King
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Review of Bedu: Bedouin Boy, Poet King
[Following is a volunteer review of "Bedu: Bedouin Boy, Poet King" by David W. Sutherland and Paul McKellips.]
David W. Sutherland and Paul McKellips, military who have seen the horrors of war in Iraq, are the authors of Bedu: Bedouin Boy, Poet King. This book is a counterpoint to the war, and it is a very beautiful story. The literary genre is historical fiction. It has a very dynamic plot. Most of the characters’ development is achieved through dialogues. It is an easy-to-follow story, but it carries so many deep meanings. The novel is short. There are 128 pages.
The story focuses on seven simple principles that can help anyone live in harmony with themselves, and even more - to build a happy and successful life. Symbolizing stars in the firmament, each principle is integrated into our culture.
The authors structured the frame story well. I would like only to mark metaphorically the plot: the protagonist is a shepherd, named Bedu, who is left without his flock and his money. He is a poet with a big heart, who finds the way to the souls of people during his journey on the road of life. It is a long journey driven by: the desire to fulfill family obligations; to keep his promises; a great desire to learn, to explore new things in life; and most important of all - the impulse to do good. As he walks the path of life and faces trials, he realizes that if you treat everyone well, they will treat you the same. Here, Socrates would say that ethical virtue is the only thing that matters and a good human being cannot be harmed. That is why some people define who they are by what they do. Rising above materialistic living, life is all about what we give to others. In the story of the shepherd, kindness is much more than that. It is rewarded in different ways. One of them is his romantic relationship with his soul mate, Princess Yasmin. The theme of the value of a person, no matter their station or position in life, is very well developed here.
Throughout the entire book, there was nothing I disliked. The frame story may be naive, but I find it beautiful and memorable. The concept of Bedu’s cultural formation in the process of maturation is instilled with much positivity. My experience with the novel has been quite enjoyable.
My review did not reveal any errors, so I believe it's professionally edited. I would like to give Bedu: Bedouin Boy, Poet King, 4 out of 4 stars.
It is a motivational and inspirational book for young people. I recommend this book for historical fiction lovers, those who like beautiful and light romance stories, and admirers of fairy tales. Those who love nature would also find inspiration in "tree woman."
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Bedu: Bedouin Boy, Poet King
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David W. Sutherland and Paul McKellips, military who have seen the horrors of war in Iraq, are the authors of Bedu: Bedouin Boy, Poet King. This book is a counterpoint to the war, and it is a very beautiful story. The literary genre is historical fiction. It has a very dynamic plot. Most of the characters’ development is achieved through dialogues. It is an easy-to-follow story, but it carries so many deep meanings. The novel is short. There are 128 pages.
The story focuses on seven simple principles that can help anyone live in harmony with themselves, and even more - to build a happy and successful life. Symbolizing stars in the firmament, each principle is integrated into our culture.
The authors structured the frame story well. I would like only to mark metaphorically the plot: the protagonist is a shepherd, named Bedu, who is left without his flock and his money. He is a poet with a big heart, who finds the way to the souls of people during his journey on the road of life. It is a long journey driven by: the desire to fulfill family obligations; to keep his promises; a great desire to learn, to explore new things in life; and most important of all - the impulse to do good. As he walks the path of life and faces trials, he realizes that if you treat everyone well, they will treat you the same. Here, Socrates would say that ethical virtue is the only thing that matters and a good human being cannot be harmed. That is why some people define who they are by what they do. Rising above materialistic living, life is all about what we give to others. In the story of the shepherd, kindness is much more than that. It is rewarded in different ways. One of them is his romantic relationship with his soul mate, Princess Yasmin. The theme of the value of a person, no matter their station or position in life, is very well developed here.
Throughout the entire book, there was nothing I disliked. The frame story may be naive, but I find it beautiful and memorable. The concept of Bedu’s cultural formation in the process of maturation is instilled with much positivity. My experience with the novel has been quite enjoyable.
My review did not reveal any errors, so I believe it's professionally edited. I would like to give Bedu: Bedouin Boy, Poet King, 4 out of 4 stars.
It is a motivational and inspirational book for young people. I recommend this book for historical fiction lovers, those who like beautiful and light romance stories, and admirers of fairy tales. Those who love nature would also find inspiration in "tree woman."
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Bedu: Bedouin Boy, Poet King
View: on Bookshelves | on Amazon
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