- Paperback: 224 pages
- Publisher: Hyperion - Miramax
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 1401359256
- ISBN-13: 978-1401359256
- Product Dimensions: 20.6 x 12.9 x 1.6 cm
- Shipping Weight: 204 g
- Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars See all reviews (27 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #362,744 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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3 of 4 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars
Amazing eye-opener, an easy explanation to the ignorant.,
By Ams (Massachusetts, USA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: My Forbidden Face: Growing Up Under The Taliban A Young Woman's Story (Hardcover)
As I was reading through the reviews I completely identified with Rachel, from Dallas, Texas. I read this memoir as an individual project for a Philosophy course. By the end of the book I was absolutely stunned how much I did not know about Islam, Afghanistan and the Taliban. I came to realize through Latifa's explanations and recounts how absolutely ignorant I was. I assumed that women in Afghanistan had been treated unfairly for centuries, and had no idea how similar life was to American life for most women and men. By the end of the book, I felt utterly guilty for thinking the way I did about Latifa's culture. I am so glad that I read this book, as it was a wonderful eye-opener.I recommend it to all American women so they can understand how precious our freedoms and liberties are. Also, any person who is interested in learning more about the Islam religion would greatly appreciate this book. My only complaint is that her recount is somewhat impersonal. Her memoir is more factual, when I felt she could have put a lot more of her own feelings and emotion into the book. Other than that, it is a maginifcent read.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Gaining a new Perspective,
By Rachel (Dallas, Texas USA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: My Forbidden Face: Growing Up Under The Taliban A Young Woman's Story (Hardcover)
After 9-11, I was left with the impression that the women of Afghanistan had always worn Burqhas, they had always lived in a strict manner, and were inclined to dreary surroundings. "My Forbidden Face" brought me whirling back to reality. These were an oppressed people and gender. The book was amazing, and very effective in teaching about a people and a situation that I was completely ignorant of. I would reccommend this book to anyone who wants to expand their view of the world and the strong people in it.
3.0 out of 5 stars
FALLS SHORT, BUT STILL WORTH READING,
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This review is from: My Forbidden Face: Growing Up Under The Taliban A Young Woman's Story (Hardcover)
The publication of MY HIDDEN FACE: GROWING UP UNDER THE TALIBAN is timely due to the recent interest in Middle East issues. The treatment of women in this region of the world is astounding to some and horrifying to others [I put myself in the last category]. Women living under Taliban rule are the worldwide epitome of individuals stripped of all their humanitarian rights. Forced to remain in their homes unless escorted by a husband, brother, or father outside Afghani women were virtually cut off from society and forced to withdraw themselves for their own safety and survival. If they do venture outside they are banned from revealing their face in public women must wear the hooded garment often known as a burqa or chadri. The cover of this book sends shivers down my spine each time I view at it as a representation of society gone wrong. To add insult to injury this is done in the name of religion. Indeed this issue is fascinating and deserves much attention even after the Taliban was defeated.I looked forward to reading Latifa's account of growing up female under Taliban rule (as the subtitle revealed). However, I felt a little disappointed when most of her recollections dealt with her life in Kabul *before* Taliban rule. Her observations of how her life has changed since she was banned from education and work were excellent but short. Rather, she delves into her past and recounts how she lived under Soviet rule and subsequent tribal leaders. To read about the earlier sections of her life was good but I feel that the title of this book is misleading. In addition, chapters toward the conclusion of the book were confusing and convoluted as she jumped from one time period to another without any context or explanation. It appeared that she was hurrying to finish the remaining chapters in a mad dash. Regardless, MY FORBIDDEN FACE is a worthwhile read and suggested to all those who are interested. Latifa succeeds in putting a [human] perspective to this horrifying phenomenon. Hopefully history will not repeat.
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