{"title":"Ukmina Manoori","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the compelling narrative of Ukmina Manoori, a remarkable author whose firsthand experiences offer a rare and insightful glimpse into the cultural intricacies of Afghanistan. Manoori is renowned for her memoir, \u003cem\u003eI Am a Bacha Posh\u003c\/em\u003e, which sheds light on the unique Afghan practice where young girls are dressed and treated as boys so they can enjoy the freedoms typically reserved for males in a conservative society.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUkmina's work is a heartfelt and eye-opening journey through her own life, capturing the challenges and resilience she faced in her quest for identity and autonomy. Her writing is not just a personal story but an educational resource that broadens understanding of gender roles and cultural traditions in Afghanistan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs you browse through this collection, you'll be captivated by the vivid storytelling and the courage that underlines each page. Ideal for readers interested in biography and memoir, Ukmina Manoori's works promise to be both enlightening and thought-provoking. Explore her collection to gain a deeper appreciation of the transformative power of storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"i-am-a-bacha-posh-by-ukmina-manoori-9781629146812","title":"I Am a Bacha Posh","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"You will be a son, my daughter.\" With these stunning words, Ukmina learned that she was to spend her childhood as a boy. In Afghanistan, there is a widespread practice of girls dressing as boys to play the role of a son. These children are called \"bacha posh,\" literally \"girls dressed as boys.\" This practice offers families the freedom to allow their child to shop and work—and in some cases, it saves them from the disgrace of not having a male heir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBut in adolescence, religion restores the natural law. The girls must marry, give birth, and give up their freedom. Ukmina decided to confront social and family pressure and keep her menswear. This brave choice paved the way for an extraordinary destiny: she wages war against the Soviets, assists the mujaheddin, and ultimately commands the respect of all whom she encounters. She eventually becomes one of the elected council members of her province. But freedom always has a price. For \"Ukmina warrior\" that price was her life as a woman.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a stunning and brave memoir about a little-known practice that will challenge your perceptions about gender and the courage it takes to live your life to the fullest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"NewSouth Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46844011184364,"sku":"9781629146812","price":39.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/801403482768.jpg?v=1758823875"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/ukmina-manoori.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}