Shame

Name: Shame
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SKU: 9781473631335
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The bestselling true story of a girl's struggle to survive

By Jasvinder Sanghera

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Shame by Jasvinder Sanghera is a powerful memoir that delves into the author's personal struggle with her family's expectations and cultural traditions. Growing up in a strict Sikh family in the UK, she faces the threat of forced marriage and the challenges of defying deep-rooted customs. Jasvinder's story is one of courage and resilience as she seeks freedom and empowers others through her experiences.
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This powerful biography offers an intimate glimpse into the author's life, addressing complex themes like escape, resilience, and overcoming cultural barriers. You might enjoy this book if you're drawn to personal stories of strength and perseverance, particularly within the context of challenging social expectations and family dynamics.

Shame

The Sunday Times top ten bestselling story of one girl's choice between family honour and personal happiness. With a new introduction bringing the story up-to-date.

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A new edition of the bestselling memoir Shame, including additional content from the author updating her story to the present day.

When she was fourteen, Jasvinder Sanghera was shown a photo of the man chosen to be her husband. She was terrified. She'd witnessed the torment her sisters endured in their arranged marriages, so she ran away from home, grief-stricken when her parents disowned her.

Shame is the heart-rending true story of a young girl's attempt to escape from a cruel, claustrophobic world where family honour mattered more than anything - sometimes more than life itself. Jasvinder's story is one of terrible oppression, a harrowing struggle against a punitive code of honour - and, finally, triumph over adversity.

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Shame by Jasvinder Sanghera is praised for its honesty and inspiring narrative, detailing a deeply moving and vivid story of despair, courage, and hope. Reviewers highlight its powerful impact and eloquence, noting it as an emotionally profound and heart-wrenching read. Its candid portrayal resonates with readers, inspiring many through its success story and passionate clarity.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781473631335

Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 21 April 2016

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Hodder Paperback

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 21.0mm

Width: 131.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 228g

Pages: 320

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Biography & Memoir Education & Reference Jasvinder Sanghera Non-Fiction Religion & Spirituality

About the Author

Jasvinder Sanghera CBE was born and brought up in Derby. A survivor of a forced marriage, she is the co-founder of Karma Nirvana, a national project that supports both men and women affected by honour-based crimes and forced marriages. Jasvinder is also an international speaker and a Leading Expert Advisor to the Courts in child and criminal proceedings. Her memoir SHAME was a Sunday Times Top 10 Bestseller. Jasvinder has brought the issue of forced marriage into the public eye and helped the Forced Marriage bill go through Parliament. She has won numerous awards for her work including a Metropolitan Police GG2 Diversity Award in 2005. In 2007 she received one of the prestigious Women of the Year awards. Jasvinder was made an Honorary Doctor of the University of Derby in 2008. She was awarded a Pride of Britain Award in 2009 and was named a Cosmopolitan Ultimate Woman of the Year in 2010. In 2011 the Guardian listed Jasvinder amongst the top 100 inspirational women in the world.