About the Book
Echoes of Peace and Justice: A Quest in a War zone is a powerful, first-hand account of one woman’s journey through war-torn Ukraine and across Europe – a journey that documents human suffering, courage, and the relentless search for justice. Written by Deepa Joseph, a practicing lawyer, social activist, and humanitarian, this book blends personal experiences, legal insights, and global observations into a narrative that is both profoundly emotional and intellectually compelling.
The pages carry readers across borders, refugee camps, hospitals, cemeteries, and shelters – places where the human cost of war is etched in every face and every silence. Here are the stories of civilians, soldiers, mothers, children, and elders whose lives have been shattered by conflict, yet whose resilience and hope shine through the darkest nights.
More than a travelogue, this book is a reflection on justice and international responsibility. It examines the failures of international courts, the silence of world leaders, and the urgent moral and legal obligations of nations in times of crisis. Through personal encounters, heartfelt conversations, and legal reflections, Deepa Joseph calls for a world where empathy is action, and justice is not delayed.
At its heart, Echoes of Peace and Justice is also a story of hope and solidarity. From the streets of Ukraine to Germany’s refugee shelters, from convents that became sanctuaries to strangers who became family, readers witness how ordinary people – women holding communities together, volunteers offering aid, and diplomats extending support – rise with extraordinary courage and compassion.
In one of its most moving moments, the book carries the voice of an Indian Supreme Court lawyer who pleads before the International Court for justice – not just for Ukraine, but for humanity itself. That scene transforms the narrative from observation into action, reminding us that silence in the face of injustice is itself a crime against peace.
This book is not only for scholars, activists, or policymakers. It is for every person in every corner of the world who believes that peace must be built on justice, and that the cries of mothers, children, and nations must never go unheard.
Echoes of Peace and Justice is more than a story – it is a call to conscience, urging humanity to rise above silence, and to ensure that the echoes of war are answered with the music of peace.