Description
Immerse yourself in the lives of women confined within the walls of their homes, in a novel set against the backdrop of 1930s and 1940s India and Pakistan. Written by Khadija Mastur, this poignant tale focuses on the life of Aliya, a young girl and woman navigating the complexities of her patriarchal world. Despite being a housebound novel, the story is infused with the historical context of the time, as external events unfold through conversations between characters. The feminist tone and portrayal of women's lives have been praised by critics, making this a powerful and thought-provoking read. Originally written in Urdu in 1962 and translated into English in 2018, this novel offers a unique perspective on the lives of women in a bygone era.
Track Listing
Prelude
The Kralahome
The Street
Siam
Wait
The Almanac
The King
The Harem
The Children
The Teacher
The Courtyard
Anger
Fish Market
The First Lesson
Pandemonium
Tuptim
Lost Cambodia
The Abduction
The Letters
Lady Thiang
2:00 A.M.
3:00 A.M.
Tuptim's Slave
The Pomegranate
The Dresses
The Hall Of Women
4:00 A.M.
The Golden Goblets
The Ladies
The Reception
The Banquet
The Gift
Suspense
The Dungeon
The Second Dinner
Cruelty
The Stake
The Offering
The Legend Of The Panels
The Fall
Sorrow
Consolation
Montage
The Last Call
Elegy
Memories
The Coronation
Bonus Tracks
Chant No. 1
Chant No. 2
Anger (Four Takes)
Home Sweet Home
Details
- Product Type: BOOK
- Barcode: 9780143138068
- Release Date: October 02, 2025
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