Every now and then, it helps to look at the United States through an other's eyes and to be challenged to re-examine one's beliefs. Whether this author reinforces what you already believe about Islam or not, she certainly engages you in an amazing story of her life to date.
Ayaan Hirsi Ali - Ayaan is the first name, Hirsi is the bloodline, son of Ali - was born in Somali and lived in Saudia Arabia, Kenya, and Ethiopia before fleeing to the Netherlands to avoid a marriage arranged by her father to a cousin she had never met. She was 16. Hirsi Ali thoroughly describes her family and how religious beliefs and a pre-modern society led her to that moment. We follow her through her introduction to a free and modern society, often told with great wit. She examines the conflict of separation and the price she pays today for her freedom.
This is a remarkable story from a remarkable woman. She carefully lays out the background, problems, and solutions for what she believes is preventing other Muslims from experiencing the freedoms that could be available to them and for preventing the continuation of violence among themselves, particularly women, and against the West or infidels.
In my opinion, this is a book that every woman should read.
5 of 5 stars
2 comments:
Although it is from last year, I think you may find this book review useful. The author comes from a Muslim perspective and reviews her works. The link is here ... it is good to hear other opinions and ideas.
http://www.alhamdulilah.info/2008/11/defending-our-diin-ayaan-hirsi-ali.html
Hope you find it interesting.
Anonymous - Thank you for your comment. I will certainly consider reading it.
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