The Sacred Night by Tahar Ben Jelloun
"La Nuit Sacrée" is a thought-provoking novel that delves into the complex journey of a young Moroccan woman named Zahra, as she navigates the intricacies of her identity and confronts the oppressive societal norms that confine her. Through vivid storytelling and introspection, the book explores themes of cultural heritage, gender roles, and the search for personal freedom, ultimately challenging readers to question the boundaries imposed upon individuals by society.
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- Published
- 1987
- Nationality
- Moroccan
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 192
- Original Language
- French
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- Alternate Titles
- - La Nuit Sacrée
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This book is on the following 3 lists:
- Africa's 100 Best Books of the 20th Century (Zimbabwe International Book Fair)
- Harenberg Buch der 1000 Bücher (Harenberg Buch der 1000 Bücher)
- Prix Goncourt (Prix Goncourt)