Les endormies by Magali-Boisnard

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Author Magali-Boisnard, 1882-1945
Title Les endormies
Original Publication France: E. Sansot, 1909.
Note Reading ease score: 82.3 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Summary "Les Endormies" by Magali Boisnard is a novel likely written in the early 20th century. The story explores the intricate socio-cultural dynamics of Muslim women in North Africa, emphasizing the main character, Noura Le Gall, who embarks on a mission to uplift and emancipate her sisters under Islamic traditions. The themes of tradition versus modernity and the complexities of colonial influence are central to the unfolding narrative. At the start of the book, we are introduced to Noura, a young woman determined to bridge the gap between Western ideals and traditional Islamic practices. She arrives in Algeria with the goal of educating Muslim women and challenging the oppressive social frameworks they live under. Through her discussions with various characters, including Claude Hervis and the women of the region, we see Noura's idealism clash with the harsh realities of cultural expectations and resistant mindsets. The narrative vividly illustrates the societal divisions and personal struggles faced by women, framing Noura's journey as not just a physical relocation, but a quest for enlightenment and mutual understanding in a world rife with contradictions. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language French
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject Africa, North -- Fiction
Subject Muslim women -- Fiction
Subject Algerian fiction (French)
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EBook-No. 70825
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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