Sanghera, Jasvinder
Daughters of Shame
- ISBN 13:
- 9780340962077
- author:
- Sanghera, Jasvinder
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Hodder Paperbacks
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2009
- Pages:
- 304
- Dimensions:
- 19.6 x 12.8 x 2.6 cm
- Genre:
- Sexual Abuse Textbook
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Daughters of Shame by Jasvinder Sanghera is a powerful and moving account of the author's own experiences with honour-based violence and forced marriage. Sanghera shares the stories of young women who have suffered similar traumas, including those who have been kidnapped, imprisoned, and murdered by their own families. Through her own story and those of others, Sanghera sheds light on the devastating consequences of this violence and the bravery of those who fight against it. This book is a testament to the resilience of women who have faced unimaginable hardship and the importance of their voices being heard. With unflinching honesty and courage, Sanghera reveals the complexities of this issue and the need for change. Daughters of Shame is a worthwhile read for anyone interested in understanding the experiences of women affected by honour-based violence and forced marriage.