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Buri Aurat Ki Katha

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From the Mother Tongue Subversion & Charm collection.

Nominated by
Urban Planner, Photographer & Co-Founder of WordsinUrdu
Wajiha Ibrahim

"Writing far ahead of its time, reframing womanhood as unapologetic self-expression and resilience." 

This book is Kishwar Naheed's response to those who are quick to label a woman as bad. It is a searing indictment of a society that uses customs, religion, and even brute force to keep women down. She hits out hard and fearlessly at social and political injustices and at the materialism and sham religiosity she sees around her. It is what you would expect of one of Pakistan's leading feminist poets who is known for her defiance and outspokenness inspite of being born to a conservative family in pre-partition India. Rich in literary, historical, and cultural allusions, A Bad Woman's Story is written in a punchy, witty style that keeps the reader engaged and entertained throughout the book.

Borrow, share, exchange as you wish, and return by the end of the season on February 6th. Pick up at the gallery anytime, and return and swap for a new book of your choosing. To our global friends - online borrowing is possible, just pay for the shipping there and back. 

The Mother Tongue Library is a love letter to the thinkers, writers, and artists who’ve given us the language of courage when we needed it most.