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The Underground Girls Of Kabul: The Hidden Lives Of Afghan Girls Disguised As Boys
The Underground Girls Of Kabul: The Hidden Lives Of Afghan Girls Disguised As Boys
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Nordberg follows women such as Azita Rafaat, a parliamentarian who once lived as a Bacha Posh, the mother of seven-year-old Mehran, who she is raising as a Bacha Posh as well, but for different reasons than in the past. There's Zahra, a teenage student living as a boy who is about to display signs of womanhood as she enters puberty. And Skukria, a hospital nurse who remained in a Bacha Posh disguise until she was twenty, and who now has three children of her own.
Exploring the historical roots of this tradition, The Underground Girls of Kabul is a fascinating and moving investigation.
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Insightful look at girls disguised as boys in Afghanistan
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Who is this book for?
This book takes you into a world many of us never see, revealing the complex lives of Afghan girls who dress as boys to escape societal limitations. Nordberg's compassionate storytelling brings to light their struggles, hopes, and resilience, making it a compelling read for anyone interested in cultural stories and gender issues.