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The Underground Girls Of Kabul - The Hidden Lives Of Afghan Girls Disguised As Boys

Jenny Nordberg

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The Underground Girls Of Kabul - The Hidden Lives Of Afghan Girls Disguised As Boys

by Jenny Nordberg
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Uncovering the untold stories of disguised Afghan girls.

Reasons for recommendation: - This book uncovers a hidden practice in Afghan culture, shedding light on the experiences and struggles of girls who are raised as boys. It delves into the political and social significance of this custom and offers a unique perspective on gender dynamics in Afghanistan. - The author, an award-winning foreign correspondent, provides a well-researched and insightful account that gives readers a deeper understanding of Afghan society. - "The Underground Girls of Kabul" challenges cultural norms and explores the complexities of gender identity, making it a thought-provoking and eye-opening read. - If you're interested in stories about resilience, gender roles, and cultural traditions, this book will provide a captivating and educational experience.

  • J. Anthony Lukas Book Prize (2015)
  • Ryszard Kapuściński Prize Nominee (2015)
  • Goodreads Choice Award Nominee for Nonfiction (2014)
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

The Underground Girls Of Kabul - The Hidden Lives Of Afghan Girls Disguised As Boys

by Jenny Nordberg
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ISBN: 9781844087747
Author: Jenny Nordberg
Publisher: Virago
Date of Publication: 2014-01-01
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Religion, Politics, History
Related Topics: History, History, Politics, Asia
Goodreads rating: 4.1
(rated by 13165 readers)

Description

An Afghan woman's life expectancy is just 44 years, and her life cycle often begins and ends in disappointment: being born a girl and finally, having a daughter of her own. For some, disguising themselves as boys is the only way to get ahead.Nordberg follows women such as Azita Rafaat, a parliamentarian who once lived as a Bacha Posh, the mother of seven-year-old Mehran, who she is raising as a Bacha Posh as well, but for different reasons than in the past. There's Zahra, a teenage student living as a boy who is about to display signs of womanhood as she enters puberty. And Skukria, a hospital nurse who remained in a Bacha Posh disguise until she was twenty, and who now has three children of her own.Exploring the historical roots of this tradition, The Underground Girls of Kabul is a fascinating and moving investigation.
 

Uncovering the untold stories of disguised Afghan girls.

Reasons for recommendation: - This book uncovers a hidden practice in Afghan culture, shedding light on the experiences and struggles of girls who are raised as boys. It delves into the political and social significance of this custom and offers a unique perspective on gender dynamics in Afghanistan. - The author, an award-winning foreign correspondent, provides a well-researched and insightful account that gives readers a deeper understanding of Afghan society. - "The Underground Girls of Kabul" challenges cultural norms and explores the complexities of gender identity, making it a thought-provoking and eye-opening read. - If you're interested in stories about resilience, gender roles, and cultural traditions, this book will provide a captivating and educational experience.

  • J. Anthony Lukas Book Prize (2015)
  • Ryszard Kapuściński Prize Nominee (2015)
  • Goodreads Choice Award Nominee for Nonfiction (2014)
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

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