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Women Without Men: A Novel of Modern Iran,New
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Banned shortly after publication for its depiction of female freedom, Women Without Men creates an evocative and powerfully drawn allegory of life in contemporary Iran.'Using the techniques of both the fabulist and the polemicist, Parsipur continues her protest against traditional Persian gender relations in this charming, powerful novella.' Publishers WeeklyThis modern literary masterpiece follows the interwoven destinies of five womenincluding a wealthy middleaged housewife, a prostitute, and a schoolteacheras they arrive by different paths to live together in an abundant garden on the outskirts of Tehran. Drawing on elements of Islamic mysticism and recent Iranian history, this unforgettable novel depicts women escaping the narrow confines of family and society, and imagines their future living in a world without men.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Women Without Men'? A: The main theme of 'Women Without Men' is the exploration of female freedom and autonomy in contemporary Iran, depicting the lives of five women as they escape traditional gender roles and societal constraints.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Women Without Men'? A: 'Women Without Men' is written by Shahrnush Parsipur, an acclaimed Iranian author known for her poignant storytelling and critique of gender relations.
- Q: What is the genre of this book? A: 'Women Without Men' falls under the genre of Occult & Supernatural, combining elements of literary fiction, magical realism, and social commentary.
- Q: How many pages does 'Women Without Men' have? A: 'Women Without Men' has a total of 136 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The binding type of 'Women Without Men' is paperback.
- Q: When was 'Women Without Men' published? A: 'Women Without Men' was published on January 10, 2012.
- Q: Is 'Women Without Men' suitable for all readers? A: 'Women Without Men' contains themes of female liberation and societal critique, making it suitable for mature readers who are interested in discussions around gender and culture.
- Q: What kind of readers would enjoy 'Women Without Men'? A: Readers interested in feminist literature, stories of resilience, and narratives that challenge societal norms would likely enjoy 'Women Without Men'.
- Q: Does the book have a sequel or related works? A: There are no direct sequels to 'Women Without Men', but readers may find interest in other works by Shahrnush Parsipur or books that explore similar themes of gender and culture.
- Q: What is the significance of the garden in the story? A: The garden in 'Women Without Men' symbolizes a space of freedom and refuge where the characters can escape societal constraints and explore their identities.