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1. 1. Sound Museum

   Notes on Silence and Sound

   

   In "Sound Museum," a curator in Iran invites foreign journalists to experience her latest exhibition, which is unlike any other. This museum is dedicated to the chilling sounds of torture, captured from interrogation rooms and prison cells. As she guides her guests through the exhibit, she reflects on the challenges she's faced, particularly the gender inequities in her field. Through her narrative, the book explores themes of power, complicity, and the unsettling nature of witnessing human depravity.

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2. 2. Translating House One

   The Body Politic

   

   Set against the backdrop of Tehran, this evocative narrative delves into the complexities of memory, loss, and the relentless passage of time. Through a blend of fiction and non-fiction, the story follows a protagonist who grapples with the disappearance of public art and the erasure of cultural history in a city undergoing rapid transformation. As she navigates the labyrinth of personal and collective memories, the narrative unfolds as a poignant exploration of identity, belonging, and the power of storytelling in preserving what is at risk of being forgotten.

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