Princess: A True Story of Life Behind the Veil in Saudi Arabia
Princess: A True Story of Life Behind the Veil in Saudi Arabia
Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 1992
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Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 1992296
Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
Saudi Arabia • 1970s-1980s
1992
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Princess: A True Story of Life Behind the Veil in Saudi Arabia by Jean Sasson recounts the life of 'Sultana,' a pseudonym for a Saudi Arabian princess. The book explores her experiences with strict societal norms, restrictions, and hardships imposed on women in Saudi Arabia. The narrative provides a personal perspective on women's rights within a deeply patriarchal culture.
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Princess: A True Story of Life Behind the Veil in Saudi Arabia by Jean Sasson offers an eye-opening account of women's experiences in Saudi Arabia. Critics praise its compelling narrative and vivid detail, though some feel the portrayal may be overly sensationalized and lack nuanced cultural context. Despite this, the book is widely regarded as a powerful and gripping read.
Who Should Read Princess: A True Story of Life Behind the Veil in Saudi Arabia?
Readers who enjoy narratives about women's rights, cultural insights, and autobiographies will find Princess: A True Story of Life Behind the Veil in Saudi Arabia compelling. Similar in appeal to A Thousand Splendid Suns by Khaled Hosseini and Reading Lolita in Tehran by Azar Nafisi, it captivates those interested in real-life accounts of resilience.
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Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
Saudi Arabia • 1970s-1980s
1992
Adult
18+ years
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