Two Hearts, One War

Against the haunting backdrop of World War I, Two Hearts One War weaves a stirring narrative of Esad, a Bosnian soldier, and Charlotte, a French nurse. Though separated by the arbitrary divisions of war, they are united through shared suffering and losses. As each endures the relentless horrors of battle and privation, their improbable bond reveals both the bestial face of warfare and the beating heart of human compassion.This poignant tale bears witness not only to the trials that pitted army against army, but also war’s devastating toll on innocent civilians caught in the maelstrom. It is a reminder to those embroiled in today’s conflicts must break the cycle of violence and pursue peace, lest we relive the tragedies of the past.

Dr. Anwar Sajwani is an award-winning Emirati consultant ophthalmologist.

He worked at hospitals under the Dubai Health Authority for more than 25 years and was also a senior lecturer and examiner at Dubai Medical College.

His quest for medical knowledge and expertise took him to multiple countries, including Pakistan, Lebanon, Egypt, Ireland, the UK and France. Whilst his passion to treat patients drove him to volunteer at different medical camps.

He also has extensive knowledge of issues and challenges in the Middle East and aims to shed light at them through his publications. In 2020, he published Love in the Season of Hate as his first book.