Soueif, Ahdaf

In the Eye of the Sun

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ISBN 13:: 9780747545897
author:: Soueif, Ahdaf
format:: Paperback
publisher:: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
language:: English
Publication Year:: 1999
Pages:: 800
Genre:: Fiction
Condition:: New
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Set amidst the turmoil of contemporary Middle Eastern politics, this novel offers an intimate look into the lives of Arab women today. A woman from the Egyptian elite navigates a complex web of relationships, including a marriage to a Westernized husband and a love affair with an Englishman. As she pursues graduate study, this woman's life becomes increasingly entwined with the Englishman, leading to a deeply personal and often fraught exploration of identity, culture, and love. Ahdaf Soueif's vivid and highly-acclaimed novel provides a nuanced portrayal of the challenges faced by Arab women in modern society. With its thought-provoking themes and nuanced characterization, this novel is a compelling read for anyone interested in contemporary Middle Eastern politics and the lives of Arab women.

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