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Women Without Men: A Novel of Modern Iran,Used
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Shortly after the 1989 publication of Women Without Men in her native Iran, Shahrnush Parsipur was arrested and jailed for her frank and defiant portrayal of womens sexuality. Now banned in Iran, this small masterpiece was eventually translated into several languages and introduces U.S. readers to the work of a brilliant Persian writer. With a tone that is stark, and bold, Women Without Men creates an evocative allegory of life for contemporary Iranian women. In the interwoven destinies of five women, simple situationssuch as walking down a road or leaving the housebecome, in the tumult of postWW II Iran, horrific and defiant as women escape the narrow confines of family and societyonly to face daunting new challenges.Now in political exile, Shahrnush Parsipur lives in the Bay Area. She is the author of several short story collections including Touba and the Meaning of Night.
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- Q: What is 'Women Without Men' about? A: 'Women Without Men' is a novel by Shahrnush Parsipur that explores the lives of five women in post-WW II Iran, focusing on their struggles against societal norms and the challenges they face in their quest for freedom.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Women Without Men'? A: The author of 'Women Without Men' is Shahrnush Parsipur, a Persian writer known for her powerful storytelling and exploration of women's experiences.
- Q: What is the genre of this book? A: 'Women Without Men' falls under the genre of historical fiction, providing a poignant look at the social and political landscape of Iran.
- Q: How many pages does 'Women Without Men' have? A: The book contains 192 pages.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The book is listed as 'New' and is described as a used book in good condition.
- Q: When was 'Women Without Men' published? A: 'Women Without Men' was published on March 1, 2004.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is 'Women Without Men' available in other languages? A: Yes, 'Women Without Men' has been translated into several languages since its original publication.
- Q: What themes are explored in 'Women Without Men'? A: The novel explores themes of women's rights, sexuality, and the quest for personal freedom amidst a repressive societal structure.
- Q: Can you tell me about the author's background? A: Shahrnush Parsipur is an Iranian author who was jailed for her candid portrayal of women's lives in Iran. She currently resides in the Bay Area and has written several other works, including short story collections.