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A review by katmackie
I Killed Scheherazade: Confessions of an Angry Arab Woman by Joumana Haddad
2.0
A bit disappointing. I really wanted to like this one but I found myself frustrated with Haddad's presentation of certain viewpoints. Specifically her thoughts on beauty inside and out, and what that means to her. We all have our personal preferences, but maybe the fact that you believe hairy pits are a "no-no" for women would be a thought to keep to yourself when writing a feminist text. Perhaps she doesn't declare it so cut and dry, but I found this train of thought unhelpful.
Haddad's image of a schizophrenic society was most compelling to me. The hypocritical actions and ideals she describes inside and outside of religion build a very complicated backdrop that I would love to see explored more as I continue read texts on this subject. This idea alone is worth reading the book for. I wish she addressed feminism within this landscape of complexities outside of her own perspective, but it's an interesting start nonetheless.
I Killed Scheherazade is illuminating in many respects, but ultimately as a polemic I question how effective it is for it's intended audiences. Though many would consider my rating a reason not to read it, I would like to encourage others to pick this one up. There is much interesting conversation to be had around this book.
Haddad's image of a schizophrenic society was most compelling to me. The hypocritical actions and ideals she describes inside and outside of religion build a very complicated backdrop that I would love to see explored more as I continue read texts on this subject. This idea alone is worth reading the book for. I wish she addressed feminism within this landscape of complexities outside of her own perspective, but it's an interesting start nonetheless.
I Killed Scheherazade is illuminating in many respects, but ultimately as a polemic I question how effective it is for it's intended audiences. Though many would consider my rating a reason not to read it, I would like to encourage others to pick this one up. There is much interesting conversation to be had around this book.