Powell, Garry Craig

Stoning the Devil

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ISBN 13:
9781908011541
author:
Powell, Garry Craig
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Skylight Press
language:
English
Publication Year:
2012
Pages:
149
Dimensions:
21.6 x 14 x 0.9 centimetres (0.2
Genre:
Fiction & Literature, Literary, Fiction & Literature,
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 5 working days
£13.47

Description

Stoning the Devil is a powerful novel set in the United Arab Emirates, a country of contrasts and paradoxes. Here, public executions and other customs are often overlooked by Western expats who dominate the economy. Colin, a literature professor, appears to be an ordinary expat, but his true nature is more complex. He has a deep appreciation for Arabic culture, speaking the language and admiring its nuances, yet he also harbours latent racism towards the locals. This nuanced portrayal of Arab characters challenges stereotypes and gives women in the Gulf region a voice, showcasing their agency and independence. The novel explores the post-colonial world, echoing concerns raised by great Arab writers such as Mahfouz, Munif, and Kanafani. Written from personal experience, the Gulf is depicted as a crucible where people of different backgrounds are forging a new humanity, despite their differences.

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