Heather Rounds Livres

Set in the northern Kurdish region of Iraq, the narrative explores the journey of a young American journalist grappling with her identity amid a backdrop of economic potential and historical violence. As she navigates her role and the limitations imposed by her gender, she shifts from reporting assigned stories to crafting her own narrative, deeply attuned to the nuances of language. Her experiences highlight her feelings of in-betweenness, as she confronts the clash of ancient traditions and modern conflicts while reflecting on her choices and the perceptions of those back home.

This engrossing retrospective on the last century pulls together the 100 biggest moments for mankind, from success and progress, to war and hardship.