12-year-old Dubai student writes memoir about city transforming into modern paradise

12-year-old Dubai student writes memoir about city transforming into modern paradise

The city’s transformation has served as the inspiration for the boy’s second book, 'Upon the Wings of a Falcon: My Unforgettable Childhood'

Published: Mon 21 Aug 2023, 3:32 PM Last updated: Mon 21 Aug 2023, 3:54 PM

This student in Dubai is just 12 years old, but has been witness to how the emirate transformed in just a little over a decade since he was born. The boy, who has lived in the UAE all his life, has paid tribute to Dubai’s vision by penning a book.

Yaash Chopra said he remembers going desert camping in the golden sands of Dubai along the Emirates Road. On one side were wild trees and camels grazing, while on the other side, it was a vast desert. Now this site is dotted with camping sites for families, huge trees, residential properties, and kids' community centres.

Similarly, he remembers strolling around Dubai Creek, watching old ships sailing past him. Now this area has been transformed into a modern retail and F&B street.

The city’s transformation has served as the inspiration for the boy’s second book, 'Upon the Wings of a Falcon: My Unforgettable Childhood'.

“My book highlights the iconic monuments and events such as the Burj Khalifa, Burj Al Arab,