I Who Have Never Known Men by Jacqueline Harpman
The novel explores the life of a young woman who grows up in a mysterious underground bunker with thirty-nine other women, all of whom are guarded by men and have no memory of the outside world. When an unexpected event allows them to escape, the protagonist embarks on a journey through a desolate landscape, grappling with themes of identity, freedom, and the human condition. As she navigates this new reality, she reflects on her past experiences and the nature of existence, ultimately seeking to understand her place in a world devoid of societal norms and human connections.
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- Published
- 1995
- Nationality
- Belgian
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 200-250
- Original Language
- French
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(4.0)
- Alternate Titles
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- Ja, Która Nie Poznałam Mężczyzn
- Moi Qui N'ai Pas Connu Les Hommes
- Yo Que Nunca Supe De Los Hombres
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