Things I´ve Been Silent About

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Azar Nafisi, renowned for her international bestseller, shares a poignant personal narrative of her upbringing in Iran, framed by the complexities of her relationship with a powerful mother amid a political revolution. The memoir explores a girl's anguish over family secrets, a young woman's awakening to the sensuality of literature, and the sacrifices a family endures for freedom in a tumultuous society. Nafisi's mother, an intelligent yet disillusioned figure, crafted captivating fictions about her life, concealing as much as she revealed. In contrast, Nafisi's father captivated his children with classic tales like the Shahnameh. As her father's infidelities surfaced, young Azar found herself keeping secrets from her mother, an experience that ultimately fueled her desire to speak out against personal and societal injustices. The narrative reflects on previous generations of the Nafisi family, offering a historical lens on the transformations leading to the Islamic Revolution of 1978-79. It serves as a profound meditation on women's choices and the inspiration that guided Nafisi toward a different path. This memoir is a powerful exploration of identity, family, and a troubled homeland, marking another triumph for a masterful storyteller.