Capturing Freedom's Cry

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Set against the backdrop of the Lebanese Civil War, this poetry collection features female narrators who confront the dual challenges of violence and patriarchal oppression. Through their voices, the poems explore themes of personal power, sexual freedom, and the struggle for autonomy in a repressive society. Ghada Samman's work boldly intertwines the fight for women's liberation with national freedom, emphasizing that the liberation of women is crucial to the nation's overall struggle. The collection is a poignant reflection of resilience amidst chaos.