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Inspirational Short Stories with Humor
"Inspirational Short Stories" is available in New Zealand in hard copy of PDF internet version fo $20 or more donation to Families of the Christchurch Terror Victims. Inspirational Short Stories is a collection of interesting articles suitable … [Read More...]
The Power and the Peril of Oil
The Power and the Peril of Oil is a passionately written account about how oil has given strength and empowered some Middle Eastern countries while it has imperiled others, causing numerous problems. This book documents the history, politics, and … [Read More...]
English – Down Under and Up Over
English - Down Under and Up Over is a humorous look at the English language from the point of view of a foreigner studying, learning, and communicating in English. It is not a textbook, but laugh-out-loud stories peppered with idioms, oxymora, and … [Read More...]
The Journey – An Immigrant’s Story
The Journey - An Immigrant's Story is a personal and intimate description of life in the Middle East, the culture, religion, corruption and problems juxtaposed with a memorable and insightful study of the often frustrating and sometimes humorous … [Read More...]
Islam versus Terrorism
Islam versus Terrorism is is a Middle Easterner's perspective on the puzzle and problems of the Middle East. Zadeh's informative book describes Islam, the history of the region, the clash of cultures, and the reasons for terrorism from "their point … [Read More...]
About the Author
FIROOZ EFTEKHAR ZADEH is an American Kiwi born in Iran. His stimulating presentations and books inspire a respect for other nations for who they are and what they believe in. His firsthand knowledge and personal experiences of the Middle East have made him an invited guest lecturer for cruise lines since 2001. His previous award-winning books are informative, entertaining, and interesting. The Four most popular ones: The Power and the Peril of Oil, English – Down Under And Up Over, The Journey – An Immigrant's Story from Iran to America to New Zealand, and Islam versus Terrorism.
He is a retired educator from Colorado who obtained his B.S. from Tehran University, M.S. from the University of Wyoming and did his doctoral studies at the University of Northern Colorado and Denver University. Firooz has been honored with numerous local, state and national titles including: 'Outstanding Teacher', 'Exceptional Speaker', 'Profile of Commitment and Inspiration', and 'Excellence in Education'. He became a naturalized U.S. citizen in 1980 and has been a Kiwi since 2005.
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