June 21, 2011 > Afghanistan revealed Afghanistan revealed Author Joseph David Osman will visit Fremont with a unique perspective of Afghanistan and its relationship with the United States. American born of Afghan parents, Mr. Osman grew up in a turbulent household in Kentucky and has served as translator and advisor for American forces in Afghanistan. His singular background and experience have allowed Osman to understand the current conflict and divisions between these countries through a bi-cultural lens. Osman promotes a humanistic and realistic response to the chasm between those who would encourage "freedom" and others who approach the concept from a different point of view. Through his book, Surrender to Kindness, Mr. Osman recounts the terror and triumph of the human spirit in the Afghan world and allows readers to glimpse life in that land beyond sensational headlines. Sponsored by City of Fremont Human Relations Commission, California State University East Bay and the Afghan Student Association, Mr. Osman will visit Fremont and California State University East Bay this week to talk about his book and experiences in Afghanistan. This is an exceptional opportunity to lift a curtain that conceals much of Afghan culture and thought that is misunderstood and puts the current conflict in a traditional, ethnic and historical context Surrender to Kindness Book Talk and Conversation with Joseph David Osman Thursday, June 23 California State University East Bay 25200 Carlos B Blvd., Hayward 12 Noon Thursday, June 23 Fremont Senior Center 40086 Paseo Padre Pkwy., Fremont 7 p.m. Friday, June 24 Fremont Main Library 2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont 12 Noon For more information, (510) 574-2050