Of Threads And Needles: A young woman's journey across one of the world's most patriarchal lands

Iggesen Valenzuela, Arabela: - Arabela (Bela) Urpi Iggesen Valenzuela is a German-Peruvian-American author, businesswoman, and travel blogger behind The Spicy Travel Girl. Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Molecular Bioscience at Duke Kunshan University, Arabela's true passion lies in exploring different cultures and sharing her experiences with the world. Besides having traveled to over 70 countries worldwide, Arabela is actively involved in various projects to further women's rights, development, and health advocacy on a global scale. Her literary work focuses primarily on recounting her unique experiences as a solo female traveler in lesser-visited parts of the world.