On Her Way
Every women differs from the qualities they possessed. These qualities are the things that makes them a unique and special individuals. However, majority of women didn't see how special and beautiful they are because they focus too much with their insecurities and imperfections.
The story of "A Thousand Splendid Suns" narrates the story of Mariam, a muslim woman, who see herself low compare to other females in this world. This story makes everyone realized how every woman is beautiful with her own way.
Who is the author behind "A Thousand Splendid Suns"?
KHALED HOSSEINI
Khaled Hosseini was born in Kabul, Afghanistan, in 1965. His father was a diplomat in the Afghan Foreign Ministry and his mother taught Farsi and history at a high school in Kabul.
In March 2001, while practicing medicine, Hosseini began writing his first novel, The Kite Runner. Published by River head Books in 2003, that debut went on to become an international bestseller and beloved classic, sold in at least seventy countries and spending more than a hundred weeks on the New York Times bestseller list. In May 2007, his second novel, A Thousand Splendid Suns, debuted at #1 on the New York Times bestseller list, remaining in that spot for fifteen weeks and nearly an entire year on the bestseller list. Together, the two books have sold more than 10 million copies in the United States and more than 38 million copies worldwide. The Kite Runner was adapted into a graphic novel of the same name in 2011. Hosseini’s much-awaited third novel, And the Mountains Echoed, will be published on May 21, 2013.
A Thousand Splendid Sunsby Khaled Hosseini
SUMMARY:
Mariam and Rasheed are newly married couple and it is also the first time, Mariam wear a burqa. It is a weird feeling for Mariam. The couple went to a park and while walking she kept on stepping on the hem of her burqa. Next, Rasheed bring Mariam in a Kebab house, and it is also the first time she has been on a restaurant like that. However, she is thankful with her husband's presence and the burqa she is wearing because she somehow found comfort from it. With their little strolling down, Mariam notices the different types of women. Those types of women made Mariam feel low about herself.
What did I learned after reading "A thousand Splendid
Suns"?
Reflective Journal # 5: A Thousand Splendid Suns
Special As You Are
Every woman got their own insecurities and doubts about herself. It's the things that makes their self confidence stooped down. However, these insecurities are influenced by the standards of our society and the culture they exercised to do. This situation are mainly for the Islam women.
After reading the story of "A Thousand Splendid Suns", realizations hit my mind. First, is how Muslim people suffer from discrimination of society because they are being blamed for the terrorism. When in fact, terrorism is only caused by small group of rebels who just happened to be Muslims.
Another realization that I had is how Muslim women are being abused with the Muslim's culture that their husbands are allowed to have multiple wives. In my opinion, even though women are meant to be submissive with men, they still have the right to be love with fidelity even the Muslim women.
Lastly, the novel made me see that appreciation will always start with you. Therefore, as a lady, you must see your own beauty first, before others appreciate you. You must also not compare yourself with other women because God created you differently and you are meant to be special as you are.
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