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Iran Awakening: A Memoir of Revolution and Hope

Shirin Ebadi, Azadeh Moaveni
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Iran Awakening: A Memoir of Revolution and Hope

Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2006

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Shirin Ebadi, Azadeh Moaveni

Iran Awakening: A Memoir of Revolution and Hope

Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2006
Book Details
Pages

232

Format

Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction

Genre
Biography
Setting

Iran • Late 20th Century

Topic
Gender & Feminism

Religion & Spirituality

Politics & Government
Publication Year

2006

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Iran Awakening: A Memoir of Revolution and Hope follows Shirin Ebadi, an Iranian human rights lawyer and Nobel Peace Prize laureate, as she navigates the challenges of advocating for justice and equality in post-revolutionary Iran. Co-authored with Azadeh Moaveni, the memoir highlights Ebadi's resilience and commitment to human rights amidst political and social upheaval.

Inspirational

Informative

Hopeful

Contemplative

Emotional

Reviews & Readership

4.3

5,863 ratings

81%

Loved it

15%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

In Iran Awakening: A Memoir of Revolution and Hope, Shirin Ebadi offers a poignant personal narrative that highlights her courage and commitment to justice in Iran. Reviews praise its insightful depiction of Iranian society and the struggle for women's rights. However, some critique the memoir for a narrative that sometimes lacks depth. Overall, it remains an inspiring and informative read.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Iran Awakening: A Memoir of Revolution and Hope?

Readers who appreciate Iran Awakening: A Memoir of Revolution and Hope would be interested in human rights, women's issues, and Middle Eastern politics. Fans of Persepolis by Marjane Satrapi or Reading Lolita in Tehran by Azar Nafisi may find it particularly engaging with its blend of personal narrative and socio-political insight.

4.3

5,863 ratings

81%

Loved it

15%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

232

Format

Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction

Genre
Biography
Setting

Iran • Late 20th Century

Topic
Gender & Feminism

Religion & Spirituality

Politics & Government
Publication Year

2006

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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