Kabul Beauty School
Kabul Beauty School
Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2007
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Kabul Beauty School
Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2007320
Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
Kabul, Afghanistan • 2000s
2007
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Kabul Beauty School: An American Woman Goes Behind the Veil by Deborah Rodriguez and Kristin Ohlson, published in 2007, chronicles Rodriguez's experiences in Afghanistan from 2002-2006. A beautician and motivational speaker, Rodriguez opens a beauty school to help Afghani women gain financial independence by learning salon skills, despite facing cultural and bureaucratic challenges. The book addresses intense topics such as abuse and oppression.
Informative
Inspirational
Emotional
Heartwarming
Challenging
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Kabul Beauty School by Deborah Rodriguez and Kristin Ohlson receives praise for its vibrant depiction of Afghan women's lives and the resilience found in establishing the titular school. Critics, however, point out issues with cultural sensitivity and concerns about the portrayal of Afghan society. Overall, it's seen as an engaging yet controversial memoir.
Who Should Read Kabul Beauty School?
Readers who enjoy candid memoirs about women's resilience and cross-cultural experiences in challenging environments will find Kabul Beauty School by Deborah Rodriguez and Kristin Ohlson captivating. Fans of The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini and Three Cups of Tea by Greg Mortenson will appreciate the personal narratives and insights into Afghan life.
28,397 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
Kabul, Afghanistan • 2000s
2007
Adult
18+ years
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