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Year of the Elephant: Revised Edition (CMES Modern Middle East Literatures in Translation),New
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The novella and eight short stories that constitute Year of the Elephantan allusion to a battle described in the Qur'anserve as an eloquent representation of life in the wake of Morocco's successful struggle for independence from French occupation. In the titular novella the protagonist, Zahra, has just returned to her hometown after being divorced by her husband for being too traditional and unable to keep up with his modern way of life. Having devoted herself, alongside her husband, to the creation of an independent Morocco, she had expected to share the fruits of independence with him, but instead she finds herself cast out into a strange world. As Zahra struggles to find a place for herself in this new Morocco, her efforts reflect Moroccan society's attempt as a whole to chart a path in the conflict between tradition and modernism.When published in English in 1989, Year of the Elephant was the first novel by a Moroccan woman to be translated from Arabic into English. In the years since, it has become popular with readers for the unique picture it provides of Moroccan life and North African Islamic culture. This revised edition includes an introduction, which looks at the impact of the English translation since its original publication, and a study guide.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Year of the Elephant'? A: The main theme of 'Year of the Elephant' is the conflict between tradition and modernity in post-independence Morocco, as illustrated through the protagonist Zahra's struggles.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Year of the Elephant'? A: The author of 'Year of the Elephant' is Leila Abouzeid, known for being the first Moroccan woman to have a novel translated from Arabic into English.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book 'Year of the Elephant' contains 125 pages.
- Q: Is 'Year of the Elephant' a standalone book or part of a series? A: 'Year of the Elephant' is a standalone novella that includes eight short stories.
- Q: What is the genre of 'Year of the Elephant'? A: The book falls under the genre of fiction, specifically genre fiction that explores cultural and social themes.
- Q: When was 'Year of the Elephant' first published? A: 'Year of the Elephant' was first published in English in 1989.
- Q: What type of binding does 'Year of the Elephant' have? A: 'Year of the Elephant' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Does this edition include any additional content? A: Yes, this revised edition includes an introduction discussing the impact of the English translation and a study guide.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: 'Year of the Elephant' is in new condition.
- Q: Who is the target audience for 'Year of the Elephant'? A: The target audience includes readers interested in Moroccan literature, cultural studies, and those exploring themes of identity and modernity.