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- ISBN-13: 9780140148114
- Publisher: Penguin Books
- Publisher Imprint: Penguin Books
- Height: 198 mm
- Weight: 500 gr
- ISBN-10: 0140148116
- Publisher Date: 02 Jul 2001
- Binding: Paperback
- No of Pages: 248
- Width: 129 mm
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The Pakistani Bride
SKU: 9780140148114
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Trapped in a forced marriage, Zaitoon, a young Pakistani bride, contemplates a daring escape from her isolated hill town existence. Torn between her city life and tribal customs, she faces a perilous choice: freedom or death. “The Pakistani Bride” by Bapsi Sidhwa, author of “Ice-Candy-Man,” is a gripping tale of a woman’s fight for survival against the backdrop of cultural clashes and ancient traditions. ISBN: 9780140148114
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Shubham Mishra –
Sidhwa’s writing transported me to Pakistan. Zaitoon’s courage is inspiring. A moving and important novel.
Mandeep Singh –
The story was heart touching and beautiful. It portrays very cultural values. I would recommend everyone to read the book.
Anshuman –
A thought-provoking novel about resilience. Sidhwa’s writing is evocative. I found some parts to be disturbing.
Sarthak Dipak Bhadange –
A well-written and thought-provoking book, but not an easy read. Deals with difficult themes.
Nitishree Bhansali –
This book is amazing and powerful. It portrays a brave journey of Zaitoon. The author has captured the essence of struggle.
Manpreet Gill –
This book shows the beautiful culture and tradition of Pakistan. Also, the story is very emotional and heart-melting.
Aditi Singh –
The story is moving. I connected with Zaitoon. Some of the cultural details felt a little heavy-handed.
Shamaela Ahmed –
Zaitoon’s journey is heartbreaking. Sidhwa paints a vivid picture of Pakistani culture. Some parts were difficult to read due to the subject matter.
Danish Shafi –
The story did not click with me and got bored. The cultural values were good. Overall, it is an average book.
Manshi Namdev –
An eye-opening look into a different world. Zaitoon’s struggle is inspiring. The plot was predictable, but the characters were well-developed.
Shubham Pal –
A compelling narrative. I really enjoyed reading it. Explores the themes of tradition and freedom. Highly recommended!
Vishal Baisoya –
A powerful story of survival, though at times quite difficult to read. The ending gave some sense of hope for future, I recommend it.
Kshitij Sudesh Khandare –
I enjoyed the cultural insights, but the plot was a bit predictable. Zaitoon’s strength is admirable.
Michael Harris Y –
I struggled to connect with the characters initially. However, Zaitoon’s story became increasingly gripping as the novel progressed.
Yasmeen Bano –
A powerful story about a woman’s courage. The writing is beautiful, but the ending felt a bit rushed. Overall, a worthwhile read.
Ayush Raaj –
I was captivated by Zaitoon’s strength. The cultural insights were fascinating. A bit slow-paced at times, but ultimately rewarding.
Akhil Vanapalli –
This book is average. I was expecting a lot from this book. It does not fulfill my expectations.
Harsh Pratap Singh Rathore –
The Pakistani Bride shows the struggle of Zaitoon in the traditional culture of Pakistan. The book is worth reading.
Dikshant Sharma –
This book is both beautiful and heartbreaking. A must-read for anyone interested in women’s rights and cultural understanding.