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Year of the Elephant: A Moroccan Woman's Journey Toward Independence

Leila Abouzeid
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Year of the Elephant: A Moroccan Woman's Journey Toward Independence

Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 1989

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Leila Abouzeid

Year of the Elephant: A Moroccan Woman's Journey Toward Independence

Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 1989
Book Details
Pages

129

Format

Short Story • Fiction

Genre
Historical Fiction
Setting

Morocco • 1950s

Topic
Gender & Feminism

Religion & Spirituality

Politics & Government
Publication Year

1989

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Year of the Elephant: A Moroccan Woman's Journey Toward Independence by Leila Abouzeid follows a Moroccan woman's personal and political transformation post-independence. Through a series of vignettes, including "Year of the Elephant," the narrative explores themes of identity, resilience, and self-discovery against the backdrop of Morocco's sociopolitical changes. Her journey reflects broader struggles for autonomy and empowerment.

Emotional

Contemplative

Inspirational

Nostalgic

Reviews & Readership

4.2

568 ratings

58%

Loved it

30%

Mixed feelings

13%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Leila Abouzeid's Year of the Elephant is praised for its evocative storytelling and cultural insights into postcolonial Morocco. Readers appreciate its authentic portrayal of a woman's journey toward self-discovery amid historical change. However, some find its narrative structure disjointed. Overall, it offers a compelling glimpse into personal and national transformation.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Year of the Elephant: A Moroccan Woman's Journey Toward Independence?

A reader interested in post-colonial identity, women's narratives, and Moroccan culture would enjoy Year of the Elephant by Leila Abouzeid. Fans of Persepolis or Half of a Yellow Sun may appreciate its exploration of personal and national liberation.

4.2

568 ratings

58%

Loved it

30%

Mixed feelings

13%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

129

Format

Short Story • Fiction

Genre
Historical Fiction
Setting

Morocco • 1950s

Topic
Gender & Feminism

Religion & Spirituality

Politics & Government
Publication Year

1989

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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