Zoroastrians' Fight for Survival by Widad Akreyi

Her awards include Pacem in Terris Peace and Freedom Award, International Woman Harmony Award, Davenport Mayor Medal, International Pfeffer Peace Award, and Prize for bridging gaps between cultures.Īlthough born in Kurdland, her heart resides in several western cities scattered across vast continents.

“ANATOMY OF COVID CALAMITY,” combines recent pandemic research with critical reflection. Her memoir, “THE DAUGHTER OF KURDLAND,” weaves together the personal and political events that have shaped her, while exploring what makes us the people we are. Her series, “THE VIKING'S KURDISH LOVE,” chronicles an original story which may make you view our shared history with new eyes. Multiple award-winner Widad Akreyi is the author of a number of books. Widad's lyrical prose sensuously wraps the readers in the story of how the people of the era refuse to be trapped by their past experiences. Well-researched and seductively charming, The Viking's Kurdish Love spans across continents, cultures, religions and decades of tumultuous regional and global history. As their lives intertwine with the enchanting and virtuous doctor, Vesta, the successful Palace manager, Zara, and the newly coronated Kurdish King, Saaid, they try to deal with the inevitable trials of love and loss at a time when uncertainty continues to cloud their future. Though defined by the different opportunities and challenges imposed on them, Ivar and Halvdan are both desperate for recognition and affection. Two vikings – one of whom is the formidable former Varangian Guard whose name is carved on a marble slab in Constantinople's Hagia Sophia – settle down in Kurdland. A royal wedding turns into beheading, a nation at risk of annihilation, and a battle for survival is on the horizon. A meeting of hearts in the most unlikely of circumstance!Ī woman with a dazzling mind. An epic tale of romance and reminiscence.

Zoroastrians' Fight for Survival by Widad Akreyi