Tag Archives: women

Book Review: In the Land of Invisible Women by Dr. Qanta Ahmed

Posted on March 26, 2015 by Marahm

I read this book not so much to learn about Dr. Qanta Ahmed’s experience, but to recall my own. I wanted to say, “Yes! Yes! That’s the way it was!” at every turn of the page, and I was able … Continue reading →

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A Visit to the New Mosque, Uncovered

Posted on March 10, 2015 by Marahm

The community in which I live has just completed the construction of a new mosque, alhumdullilah. It was many years in the planning– from raising the funds to finding the site, then getting permission from the local government, followed by the … Continue reading →

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Book Review: Kabul Beauty School, by Deborah Rodriguez

Posted on July 3, 2011 by Marahm

I loved this book. I couldn’t put it down. I think it is very well-written, contrary to some reviewers who think otherwise. The narrator’s voice remains in character, and the language flows nicely. Though the writing is conversational, it does … Continue reading →

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