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The Selected Works of Nawal El Saadawi
Introduction by Professor Omnia Amin
Limited Edition Hardback finished in gold foil with coloured end papers | 216mm by 140mm | 448 pages
©Tom Pilston
Nawal El Saadawi Nawal El Saadawi (1931-2021) was a prominent Egyptian writer and activist renowned internationally for her influential contributions to feminist literature and her outspoken critique of gender inequality and oppression.
Her Selected Works—Memoirs of a Woman Doctor, Two Women in One, and Zeina—place women’s lives at the center, exposing the structures that deny them dignity and freedom. Saadawi’s fearless voice made her a target of censorship and persecution, yet she never stopped writing or speaking out.
Today, she is celebrated as a cornerstone of North African literature and a global icon of feminist resistance and human rights advocacy.
The Selected Works of Nawal El Saadawi
Memoirs of a Woman Doctor is the searing a coming-of-age story of a woman striving for freedom in a male-dominated world. This classic feminist novel remains as thought-provoking today as when it was first published.
Two Women in One tells a powerful story of a modern Egyptian woman’s quest for emancipation and dignity.
Set against the backdrop of revolution in Cairo, Zeina is a tale about regret, loss and the courage it takes for a mother to face up to the mistakes of her past.
Praise
"Nawal El Saadawi's work is a testament to the power of literature as a tool for social change." - Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
" 'At a time when nobody else was talking, she spoke the unspeakable.' Nawal El Saadawi is one of the most courageous writers of her generation." - Margaret Atwood
"El Saadawi's literary works are a testament to her unwavering commitment to amplifying the voices of marginalized women and dismantling oppressive structures." - Nobel laureate, Leymah Gbowee
‘El Saadawi writes with directness and passion' - New York Times
"El Saadawi is a beacon of hope and an indomitable spirit, a woman whose words and actions have inspired countless others." - The Guardian
"El Saadawi's writing is both lyrical and piercing, exposing the deepest layers of gender inequality and oppression." - The New York Times
"Nawal El Saadawi's fearless voice has ignited a revolution in feminist discourse, challenging established norms and demanding justice for women." - Time Magazine
"El Saadawi's writings are a rallying cry for equality, a fierce condemnation of patriarchal systems, and a testament to the resilience and strength of women." - The Independent
"Nawal El Saadawi is a visionary writer who fearlessly explores the intersections of gender, power, and society. Her words have the power to transform minds and inspire change." - The Huffington Post