A Turkish Woman's European Impressions by hanoum Zeyneb
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| Author | Zeyneb, hanoum |
|---|---|
| Editor | Ellison, Grace, 1880-1935 |
| Illustrator | Rodin, Auguste, 1840-1917 |
| LoC No. | 13015337 |
| Title | A Turkish Woman's European Impressions |
| Note | Reading ease score: 67.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "A Turkish Woman's European Impressions" by Zeyneb Hanoum is a memoir written in the early 20th century, offering a candid view of a Turkish woman's experience in European society. The work describes the struggles of Zeyneb and her sister, Melek, as they escape the oppressive confines of their life in the Ottoman Empire, seeking freedom and new experiences in Europe. The overarching theme revolves around their attempts to navigate the cultural contrasts between Turkey and the West, particularly regarding women's rights and societal expectations. The opening of the memoir introduces Zeyneb's poignant reflections on her precarious situation and the emotional turmoil that accompanies their flight from Turkey. Through a letter addressed to a friend, Zeyneb expresses her exhilaration at having stepped into a world of freedom, one filled with novel impressions and unexpected challenges. She paints a vivid picture of her past life in a harem, characterized by secrecy and fear, contrasting sharply with the open windows and vibrant life she encounters in Europe. This duality sets the tone for her narrative, as she grapples with both the joys of newfound independence and the lingering anxieties of her past. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | D: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere |
| LoC Class | DR: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Balkan Peninsula, Turkey |
| Subject | Turkey -- Social life and customs |
| Subject | Europe -- Social life and customs |
| Subject | Women -- Turkey |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 50540 |
| Release Date | Nov 23, 2015 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 128 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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