{"product_id":"mirage-1","title":"Mirage by Soheir Khashoggi [rare books]","description":"\u003cdiv aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"a-expander-content a-expander-partial-collapse-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"44\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"44\"\u003eBook Summary \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"46\" data-end=\"939\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"46\" data-end=\"54\"\u003eMirage\u003c\/em\u003e is a compelling novel by Soheir Khashoggi that explores the emotional and social struggles of women in a conservative Middle Eastern society. The story follows Amira, a young Saudi woman born into privilege but constrained by strict cultural expectations and family honor. Despite her intelligence and desire for independence, Amira is forced into an arranged marriage, leading her down a path of emotional isolation and abuse. As she navigates love, betrayal, and the desire for freedom, Amira begins to question the traditions that bind her and seeks a life of her own choosing. \u003cem data-start=\"636\" data-end=\"644\"\u003eMirage\u003c\/em\u003e sheds light on the hidden lives of women in patriarchal societies, portraying their courage, resilience, and longing for self-determination. The novel is both a personal journey and a broader commentary on the challenges faced by women seeking identity and autonomy in restrictive environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"941\" data-end=\"962\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"941\" data-end=\"962\"\u003eAbout the Author:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"964\" data-end=\"1769\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoheir Khashoggi\u003c\/strong\u003e is a Saudi Arabian author known for her novels that highlight the struggles and inner lives of women in the Arab world. Born into a prominent family—she is the sister of the late businessman Adnan Khashoggi—she studied in Cairo and Beirut and later lived in the United States. Writing in English for an international audience, Khashoggi uses fiction to expose the emotional and social issues faced by women in traditional societies, particularly in the Middle East. Her works often blend themes of love, oppression, cultural conflict, and personal transformation. With novels like \u003cem data-start=\"1562\" data-end=\"1570\"\u003eMirage\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem data-start=\"1575\" data-end=\"1589\"\u003eNadia's Song\u003c\/em\u003e, she has contributed to a growing body of literature that gives voice to Arab women and challenges stereotypes, offering nuanced insights into a world often hidden from outsiders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"a-expander-header a-expander-partial-collapse-header\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Best of Used books","offers":[{"title":"Used","offer_id":44761390416129,"sku":"2XIXT1R7L-Used","price":399.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0421\/4299\/0495\/files\/oeirjd.jpg?v=1712201007","url":"https:\/\/bestofusedbooks.com\/products\/mirage-1","provider":"Best Of Used Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}