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Aug 02, 2010
Dolly
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This is a wonderful story of hope and finding ways to become resilient and self-sufficient, despite the worst odds. Though it is written in a very conversational, less formal way, it did not impair my enjoyment of the material at all. I didn't know what to expect, but this book was an inspiring tale, one that oozes sincerity and does not try to cover up the blemishes. Perhaps I am more awed by the gritty determination of the women of Afghanistan than I am by the tale itself, but I stand by my ra
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This was a really neat story about a hair dresser who want to Afganistan on a humanitarian mission just wanting to do something to help. She realized that one the few jobs women could do to support themselves was working as a hair dresser; however, there was little to no training opportunities so she set up a beauty school to create the opportunities.
Her efforts were amazing, and she provided insights into the Afgan, and distint Kabul culture, and some heartbreaking stories. However, her narrat ...more
Her efforts were amazing, and she provided insights into the Afgan, and distint Kabul culture, and some heartbreaking stories. However, her narrat ...more
I agree with a lot of the comments on this book. I enjoyed reading it, but the main (character? evenfor nonfiction she is surely a character) is not really likeable. She brags about not conforming to the standards of Kabul and how she punches someone for pinching her. Is it really a good thing to be proud of being obnoxious rather than assimilating to the culture? Then I got another bad taste in my mouth when I read about the damage this book has done to the women involved, despite psuedonyms. I
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Reads like a novel ... this woman makes amazing choices
A look into the secret life of Afghani women, as told from the perspective of an American who strived to do her part by beginning a beauty school in the center of Kabul. Hoping to empower the women to find their own careers and abilities in the world of cosmetology, the author also passes along a few fascinating cultural gems, although I occasionally questioned the validity of some her claims along the way.
Great story, terrible writer. Don't bother.
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