The Idea of Kurdistan

Mullah Mustafa Barzani, inspirational Kurdish leader, hero, legend. This excellent biography leaves no stone unturned. Its thorough analysis makes this a must-read for any student of modern history and politics in the Middle East. Davan Yahya Khalil looks at the incredible impact one man had on an entire region. The legacy Barzani leaves is comparable to that of the Gandhis in India. So why do so few know his name internationally? For the simple reason that Kurdistan is still not established as an independent nation. But the winds of change are blowing. Will Barzani's dream become reality?