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No Knives in the Kitchens of This City: A Novel (Hoopoe Fiction),Used
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WINNER OF THE NAQUIB MAHFOUZ MEDAL FOR LITERATUREIn the once beautiful city of Aleppo, one family descends into ruin in this novel from 'one of the rising stars of Arab fiction' (New York Times)Irrepressible Sawsan flirts with militias, the ruling party, and finally religion, seeking but never finding salvation. She and her siblings and mother are slowly choked in violence and decay, as their lives are plundered by a brutal regime.Set between the 1960s and 2000s, No Knives in the Kitchens of this City unravels the systems of fear and control under Assad. With eloquence and startling honesty, it speaks of the persecution of a whole society.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'No Knives in the Kitchens of This City'? A: The main theme revolves around the experiences of a family in Aleppo, exploring the impacts of violence and decay under a brutal regime, while delving into the search for salvation amid chaos.
- Q: Who is the author of this novel? A: The author of 'No Knives in the Kitchens of This City' is Khaled Khalifa, noted for his significant contributions to Arabic fiction.
- Q: What awards has this book received? A: 'No Knives in the Kitchens of This City' won the Naquib Mahfouz Medal for Literature and was shortlisted for the International Prize for Arabic Fiction.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on October 15, 2016.
- Q: What is the binding type of this edition? A: This edition of the book is a paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages does this novel have? A: This novel contains 224 pages.
- Q: Is this book suitable for young adult readers? A: Given its themes of violence and political turmoil, it may be more suitable for mature readers rather than a young adult audience.
- Q: What time period does the story cover? A: The story covers the time period from the 1960s to the 2000s, portraying the historical context of Aleppo.
- Q: What genre does this book belong to? A: The book falls under the genre of Military fiction, with strong elements of historical and political narrative.
- Q: Is 'No Knives in the Kitchens of This City' available in other formats? A: As of now, the book is available in paperback format, but availability in other formats may vary based on retailers.