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Serving Without A Uniform: Reporting Truth In Defense of Freedom
Serving Without a Reporting Truth In Defense Of Freedom
is the inspirational autobiography of Mahtab Farid—award-winning journalist, U.S. diplomat, and American patriot—who has dedicated her life to advancing truth, freedom, and national security.
Born in Tehran during the Islamic Revolution and the Iran-Iraq War, Farid witnessed firsthand the dangers of tyranny and censorship. Even then, she saw that many Iranians respected the United States and yearned for the freedoms it represents. That belief guided her pursuit of journalism and, ultimately, American citizenship.
After 9/11, Farid made a defining to serve the nation that had given her liberty. As a U.S. Public Diplomacy Officer in Afghanistan, she deployed alongside the military to support American missions, strengthen local media, and tell the story of America’s role in the fight for freedom. Her work gave voice to U.S. service members and built trust in some of the world’s most dangerous regions.
Serving Without a Uniform is a tribute to duty, gratitude, and grit. It honors those in uniform and those who serve in other ways—advancing America’s mission, upholding its values, and standing alongside those on the front lines, without wearing a uniform.
Born in Tehran during the Islamic Revolution and the Iran-Iraq War, Farid witnessed firsthand the dangers of tyranny and censorship. Even then, she saw that many Iranians respected the United States and yearned for the freedoms it represents. That belief guided her pursuit of journalism and, ultimately, American citizenship.
After 9/11, Farid made a defining to serve the nation that had given her liberty. As a U.S. Public Diplomacy Officer in Afghanistan, she deployed alongside the military to support American missions, strengthen local media, and tell the story of America’s role in the fight for freedom. Her work gave voice to U.S. service members and built trust in some of the world’s most dangerous regions.
Serving Without a Uniform is a tribute to duty, gratitude, and grit. It honors those in uniform and those who serve in other ways—advancing America’s mission, upholding its values, and standing alongside those on the front lines, without wearing a uniform.
314 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 24, 2025
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February 5, 2026
Inspirational and Heartfelt Story
Mahtab Farid's journey winds around the world, taking the reader to countries at war and competitive newsrooms. Her experiences bring joy and tears and this reader wants to hear more! Fascinating woman who inspires the reader to be brave, take chances and to use their life to serve.
Mahtab Farid's journey winds around the world, taking the reader to countries at war and competitive newsrooms. Her experiences bring joy and tears and this reader wants to hear more! Fascinating woman who inspires the reader to be brave, take chances and to use their life to serve.
January 28, 2026
Heartfelt experiences, great life story
This autobiography proves that a woman with purpose can accomplish anything she sets her heart & mind to do. With truth and empathy, Mahtab Farid explores and explains cultural nuances & differences. Her amazing ability to tell her story makes you feel like you were there each step of her impressive global career. Very inspiring, learning how much one person really can make a difference. Totally recommend!!
This autobiography proves that a woman with purpose can accomplish anything she sets her heart & mind to do. With truth and empathy, Mahtab Farid explores and explains cultural nuances & differences. Her amazing ability to tell her story makes you feel like you were there each step of her impressive global career. Very inspiring, learning how much one person really can make a difference. Totally recommend!!
May 2, 2026
Inspirational true story of a civilian journalist serving the United States after immigrating from Iran.
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