Diary of a Child Called Souad

Diary of a Child Called Souad is Nawal El Saadawi''s first autobiography, written at the age of ten in the form of fiction as she explores her early awakening to the world around her. Now known for her bold spirit and probing mind, El Saadawi in this novel uncovers through a child''s eyes the hypocritical values and traditions carried on by family, education, religion, and society. With amazing co...