Author: Alia Rawi AkbarPublisher: Dog Ear Publishing
ISBN: 1608445151
Category : Afghan American women
Languages : en
Pages : 266
Book Description
ONE WOMAN'S JOURNEY OUT OF WARTOURN AFGHANISTAN Amidst the turmoil and destruction of Afghanistan there is a special class of Victim, marginalized and suppressed even more than the average citizen women. Stripped of their rights, their dignity and, in many cases, their families, the Female victims of Afghanistan's endless conflicts face unbearable lives of loss and struggle. Now, Alia Rawi Akbar's story provides a voice for these women. This incredible tale of Akbar's journey from Afghanistan to the United States Encompasses not only her personal challenges but unbelievable struggles Endured by her countrywomen as they fight for equal footing in a country where The law is stacked against them. Akbar's story doesn't end in Afghanistan. Her struggles continued in the United States, where her family fell victim to racist attacks and unfathomable tragedy. Yet, she has made it through those times to tell her incredible story. "A stunning story of survival and toughness. Akbar's journey is a wake-up call for those who believe that liberation means equality." Marie B Leonarde, author of A women worth: My life, My struggle "Never before has an author better explained the Universal struggles women face in today's world. Akbar is a master story teller and her personal journey is an inspiration to all women." Pam Diaz author of Pamiel