The Beauty Of Your Face by Sahar Mustafah
Set against the backdrop of a Chicago suburb, this poignant narrative delves into the life of Afaf Rahman, the daughter of Palestinian immigrants, who navigates the complexities of identity, faith, and belonging. As the principal of a Muslim girls' school, Afaf's world is shattered when a gunman attacks, prompting her to reflect on her past and the struggles her family faced in America. Through a series of flashbacks, the story explores themes of cultural assimilation, familial bonds, and the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity, offering a profound meditation on the intersection of personal and collective histories.
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- Published
- 2020
- Nationality
- American
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- Pages
- 320-350
- Original Language
- English
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