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As someone who follows all that happens in Saudi Arabia, I have been excited from the first moment I read this book was coming out. I was not disappointed. The book came and I read it in two sittings... Mesmerized by Manal's bravery and determination to push for reforms for all women of Saudi Arabia. I was surprised that she was so religiously fanatical in her youth -- she fought against those who longed for freedoms, and later was a leader for those same freedoms she once scorned! What a perilous path she took and of course, most freedom fighters sacrifice much they love in order to gain freedoms... I must say here that Manal's brother was a hero alongside side his heroine sister's side. He is to be commended.

Although Manal felt she must flee Saudi Arabia, I earnestly believe that with the second generation of Al-Saud's that the kingdom is moving toward freedom for women. Since I lived in Saudi Arabia for 12 years, from 1978-1990, I have always been aware that social change in the kingdom would be slow, but it seems that the day is coming when these issues will be solved. That is my hope for all people in the kingdom, and most especially for the women and the men who speak out on their behalf.

This is a book that I hope will be read by everyone and will be required reading all over the world.


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Daring to Drive A Saudi Woman Awakening Manal alSharif 9781476793023 Books Reviews

It's interesting to read about the inequalities which still exist between males and females in the Middle East. It makes me more and more thankful I was born in the USA. It's a shame how women are treated in Saudi Arabia in the name of Islam which is not reflections of the teachings from the Koran.
This book provides a first hand account of what it is like to be a woman in Saudi Arabia. It’s heartbreaking to know that the author is a young woman describing current events. The extent of the mistreatment of women in Saudi Arabia is incredible. It’s sad what the author had to suffer and give up in her quest for freedom. She and her mother are both heroes. Because, rather than in spite of, women there is hope for the Saudi Arabian culture.
Gives great insight into what it was/is like to grow up and live in Saudi Arabia as a female. A little dry at points but demonstrates that this Saudi woman seemed to suffer a variety of Stockholm syndrome- she bought into the extreme version of Islam that pervaded Mecca during her childhood. A great read right now as another woman was detained this week for wearing a short skirt and crop top.
This narrative is a very interesting account of the activism of a Saudi Arabian woman and her quest to acquire the freedom for women to drive in her country. As an American who prizes her freedom and independence, the suppression of women in Saudi is hard to imagine, aside from being angering. The challenging pursuit of the author for women's freedom makes for very moving reading. Definitely a learning experience!
This book is a beautifully told story--a sad and infuriating and informative story told in a page-turning way.. It gave me a much clearer sense of what life is like for women in Saudi Arabia, as well as a great admiration for the courage and determination of Manal al-Sharif and others who have taken up the fight for women's rights. My book group voted to read it, and we'll be discussing it in a few weeks.
Amazing book, I couldn't put it down a moment. She has a powerful story and is very geniun. Every single line is filled with information and details telling a real story of a smart, driven and brave woman. Everyone should read this because we should support people who want a better life for women, the book is really fun to read and there is an amazing story telling how life is for women in Saudi Arabia.
I heard Manal speak on NPR and she was very professional, interesting and forgiving to those who have caused her great pain. I bought the book to support women in Saudi Arabia achieving independence. Manal's story was interesting, painful but hopeful as well. It's amazing what she has been able to accomplish given her background and culture. She made some mistakes in her life but was able to keep moving forward...growing and evolving. She's faced adversity with grace and courage. I wish her the best and hope the culture changes in Saudi Arabia and other countries so that women have the same rights as men and can overcome the bias against them. Being female should not be a liability!
As someone who follows all that happens in Saudi Arabia, I have been excited from the first moment I read this book was coming out. I was not disappointed. The book came and I read it in two sittings... Mesmerized by Manal's bravery and determination to push for reforms for all women of Saudi Arabia. I was surprised that she was so religiously fanatical in her youth -- she fought against those who longed for freedoms, and later was a leader for those same freedoms she once scorned! What a perilous path she took and of course, most freedom fighters sacrifice much they love in order to gain freedoms... I must say here that Manal's brother was a hero alongside side his heroine sister's side. He is to be commended.

Although Manal felt she must flee Saudi Arabia, I earnestly believe that with the second generation of Al-Saud's that the kingdom is moving toward freedom for women. Since I lived in Saudi Arabia for 12 years, from 1978-1990, I have always been aware that social change in the kingdom would be slow, but it seems that the day is coming when these issues will be solved. That is my hope for all people in the kingdom, and most especially for the women and the men who speak out on their behalf.

This is a book that I hope will be read by everyone and will be required reading all over the world.