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MARWA RAKHA: AUDIO BOOK: THE POISON TREE – PLANTED & GROWN IN EGYPT
Written on 18 Mar, 2010 at 7:13 in Free Books.كتب مجانية, Marwa's Books-كتب مروة | viewed times
Marwa Rakha's first book - The Poison Tree - planted & grown in Egypt - has become Egypt's first literary audio book in English. Narration: Marwa Rakha. ... (Continue reading)
Multi-talented woman: articles, novel and TV shows – (In)sight Magazine
Written on 13 Dec, 2009 at 7:16 in Interviews/ حوارات, Me.أنا مين | viewed times
18. How do you feel about having the responsibility of speaking on behalf of women who are suppressed and don't have a voice? I do not speak on behalf of anyone; I speak about myself, where I have been, who I... (Continue reading)
Kim for Whazzup Egypt: Book Review: The Poison Tree – Planted and Grown in Egypt
Written on 6 Oct, 2009 at 9:56 in Interviews/ حوارات, Me.أنا مين | viewed times
This book is worth reading if you are interested in human behavior or are visiting Egypt and would like to know a little more about people you will encounter. But, I would highly recommend the book to any non-Egyptian girl/woman/lady planning... (Continue reading)
FREE DOWNLOAD: THE POISON TREE – PLANTED & GROWN IN EGYPT (ENGLISH EDITION)
Written on 1 Sep, 2009 at 7:33 in Free Books.كتب مجانية, Marwa's Books-كتب مروة | viewed times
This is a book about love, marriage, divorce, sex, dating, virginity, adult dating, religion, shame, taboos, gender wars and fear that grew and blossomed on my poison tree. Dedicated to every female trying to break free and to every male who... (Continue reading)
The Poison Tree – Reviews on Amazon.com
Written on 1 Sep, 2009 at 0:23 in Free Books.كتب مجانية, Marwa's Books-كتب مروة | viewed times
This is a strong witty take on difficult and controversial subjects. I really enjoyed the honesty, humor, and the great language. As a fellow writer I hear Marwa's voice on the page, and I see the people she references on... (Continue reading)
Belated Book Review: Ramblings of the Disoriented Mind
Written on 15 May, 2009 at 10:35 in Interviews/ حوارات, Me.أنا مين | viewed times
Her english is pristine and highly artistic as she utilises metaphors, literary references and derivations. Whilst admitting that the Silence of the Lambs story freaked me out a bit, yet I found her musical chairs references, duck theory and rules... (Continue reading)
Novelist Marwa Rakha on women and breaking ranks with the mainstream
Written on 7 May, 2009 at 10:53 in Interviews/ حوارات, Me.أنا مين | viewed times
In her semi-autobiographical novel, Rakha spoke about personal and intimate experiences which above all reflected some of the rights violations and emotional distress that women in a patriarchal society endure. Despite focusing on women's issues, she refused to be labelled... (Continue reading)
Book Signing Event: The Poison Tree – planted & grown in Egypt
Written on 6 May, 2009 at 3:55 in Free Books.كتب مجانية, Marwa's Books-كتب مروة | viewed times
The Poison Tree - planted & grown in Egypt شجرة السم Book Signing and launch of the 3rd edition حفل توقيع الطبعة الثالثة - اللى ما اتطبعتش May 5 - Condetti Restaurant (Maadi) مايو 5 - كونديتى المعادى Organized by SpreadWide Events تنظيم سبريد وايد... (Continue reading)
My First Cover: Interview for Expat’s Guide
Written on 9 Apr, 2009 at 17:15 in Interviews/ حوارات, Me.أنا مين | viewed times
Me : A lot of people may think that you're so westernized. For instance, if she decides to dress in a certain way that does not line up with her father's principles, do you think she would ever go out... (Continue reading)
Loudly and Freely
Written on 8 Apr, 2009 at 16:51 in Interviews/ حوارات, Me.أنا مين | viewed times
A.A: What was the most difficult problem you faced with your readers? and have you ever regretted giving a specific solution for a problem? Marwa: The most difficult problems are the ones that the person does not want to overcome.... (Continue reading)
Marwa Rakha: Through Nigerian Lenses
Written on 9 Jan, 2009 at 18:01 in Interviews/ حوارات, Me.أنا مين | viewed times
Boldness? I tried so hard for 21 years of my life to mold myself into the "good girl image". I failed. From 21 to 28 I had continuous inner conflicts and dilemmas of figuring out who I am and what... (Continue reading)
Gilded Serpent: Love and Romance, Egyptian Style
Written on 8 Jan, 2009 at 23:38 in Interviews/ حوارات, Me.أنا مين | viewed times
Bravely baring her soul and laying her innermost fears on the altar of Truth as she sees it, the author gives us a rare glimpse into the inner workings of Love and Romance, Egyptian Style.... (Continue reading)
