Ten years ago Zana Muhsen escaped from the life of slavery in the Yemen into which her father had sold her as a child bride, leaving behind her baby son, her sister Nadia, and Nadia's two small children. As she described so powerfully in her book "Sold", Zana made a solemn vow to Nadia that she would do everything she possibly could obtain their freedom as well. This book tells the story of those ten years; of the family's lone campaign against the Yemeni authorities; of the refusal of their own government in London to help; and of the despair that forced them into a desperate deal with an unofficial military-style organization specializing in the recovery of abducted children.
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Zana Muhsen's account of her escape from slavery in the Yemen (SOLD) was an international bestseller.
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'A powerful, skilfully written account of a woman's struggle against a patriarchal, disgusting and contemptible practice that, unbelievably still happens today.' SUNDAY BUSINESS POST '[A] tragic, haunting story.' RTE GUIDE
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In the 21st Century, it is hard to believe that women and children can still be exploited in ways that have become traditional over previous centuries. Yet, within some cultures, these traditions still remain. The courage of women to overcome their trials when subjected to arranged marriages at young ages and the consequences that follow, makes for entrancing reading. A fascinating and moving story that opens your heart to those who recount their experiences.
I found this book to be a real tear jerker, an reality check, and a stirer of compassion, you sit back and wonder why and how things like this can be allowed to happen... when a book does that then you know it has done its job. It is successful. It also points out the 'its not in my backyard so i dont care' view of society as one has got to wonder why no one else stepped up to the plate to help nadia and zara and the children who are no doubt suffering. Very thought provoking and very sad.
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