Hirohito: The Trial of the Emperor is a book of information and training, a reference book that should be read as an educational tool on Japan’s war in South East Asia and the Pacific. The book opens the debate on Hirohito’s responsibility during World War II with a posthumous trial against the Japanese emperor before the Permanent Peoples’ Court for crimes against peace, war crimes, and crimes against humanity.

Following a captivating autobiography, the poetry possesses a sense of peace and happiness, a focus on living “one breath at a time.” Mosavat clearly has a grasp of poetic techniques and figurative language—metaphors, similes, and personification of nature are abundant throughout the compilation. Though the poems are untitled, a title is hardly necessary. Electrifying imagery like “heart beating like thunder” combined with a trance-like repetitive structure in several poems adds a meditative quality. In one instance, the repetition of “be still” places an undeniable emphasis on feeling alive and feeling love.

One day, Constance A. ‘Connie’ Berry, Pradeep Berry’s wife of 41 years, passed away due to unforeseen medical circumstances. His mourning continues, and he seeks to cope with the loss in this tribute to his beloved spouse. The Medical Conspiracy Behind My Wife’s Demise celebrates not just their love—a love that would have never happened if he hadn’t left India to go to the United States—but also accounts the unfortunate, contentious, and suspicious circumstances surrounding Connie’s death.

With just seven dollars on hand, never in his wildest dreams did Pradeep Berry expect to meet a beautiful, intelligent wife in America. His family embraced Connie when they realized she was polite, smart, and self-made. She became the star of the family. Berry lovingly describes Connie’s qualities,

The unexpected destiny