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Stripped to the Bone - Ghada Alatrash - Bog

- Portraits of Syrian Women

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Seven short stories about the plight of Syrian women, all different, in all walks of life, whether in the homeland or abroad, intersperssed with well-known Middle Eastern poetry and songs. A reflection of life in Syria, with light shed on aspects of the culture, people's names, and Arabic and Persian words. The writing shows inter-connectedness, extended families and a network of caring, among persons of various faiths. Fictional portraits, but infused with realism and true to life. Memories of childhood, forbidden love, motherhood, disappointment, self-discovery and more. An exploration of the Syrian homeland through its women. Short, simple and appealing writing that touches on delicate issues.

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  • Sprog:
  • Engelsk
  • ISBN:
  • 9781927032756
  • Indbinding:
  • Paperback
  • Sideantal:
  • 180
  • Udgivet:
  • 24. maj 2017
  • Udgave:
  • 2
  • Størrelse:
  • 133x203x10 mm.
  • Vægt:
  • 209 g.
  • 8-11 hverdage.
  • 5. december 2024

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Seven short stories about the plight of Syrian women, all different, in all walks of life, whether in the homeland or abroad, intersperssed with well-known Middle Eastern poetry and songs. A reflection of life in Syria, with light shed on aspects of the culture, people's names, and Arabic and Persian words. The writing shows inter-connectedness, extended families and a network of caring, among persons of various faiths. Fictional portraits, but infused with realism and true to life. Memories of childhood, forbidden love, motherhood, disappointment, self-discovery and more. An exploration of the Syrian homeland through its women. Short, simple and appealing writing that touches on delicate issues.

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