Distant View of a Minaret, by Alifa Rifaat.
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In reply to Kinna. That's probably where I found out about it. Thanks.
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I second your recommendation of this collection of short stories. It's on my favorite 14 books of African literature. Her sensitive, honest portrayal of the interior of women's lives is so needed...
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In reply to aartichapati. Yes, but she shows the dark side of Islamic world more tha...
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Sounds like a fantastic way to learn about the Islamic world from someone who truly does understand and live it.
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Wonderful review, Marilyn. Indeed Alifa Rifaat is a powerful writer who writes with passion . I also have a review of this book on my blog. :-) Maybe you could read it when you have time. :-)
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I have got this in my TBR for a while now. I hope to lay my hands on it soon. Thanks for the review.
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