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Explore the compelling memoir of Rabia Siddique, a groundbreaking Muslim lawyer, soldier, and hostage who navigated life in the conservative 1970s Perth and beyond. This brand new trade paperback details her incredible journey from a traumatic childhood to becoming a military lawyer in the British Army just days after the 9/11 attacks. In this powerful narrative, Siddique recounts her experiences in Southern Iraq, where she faced unimaginable challenges and fought tirelessly for social justice in a war zone.
From her brave negotiation efforts during her hostage situation on September 19, 2005, to the pivotal legal battles against discrimination she faced afterwards, her story reveals grit and resilience. As she employs her legal acumen, understanding of Islam, and Arabic language skills under extreme pressure, Siddique’s memoir serves not only as a personal story but as an inspiring commentary on women's rights and racial equality.
This 272-page memoir, published by Pan Macmillan Australia in 2013, is an essential read for everyone interested in themes of social justice, empowerment, and military law. With an ISBN of 9781742613239, it offers readers deep insights into a life dedicated to making a difference.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781742613239
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2013
Publisher: Pan Macmillan Australia
Pages: 272
Description:
Muslim, lawyer, soldier, hostage.
As the daughter of an Indian Muslim father and a white Australian mother, growing up in the conservative environment of 1970s Perth, Rabia Siddique was always going to be marked as different. Escaping her traumatic childhood, Rabia moved to London after graduating from law school to pursue her passionate commitment to social justice. She joined the British Army as a military lawyer just days after 9/11, finally finding herself stationed in Southern Iraq, where she pushed herself to make a difference in one of the most dangerous and testing environments on earth.
On 19 September 2005, Rabia and another soldier were taken hostage by Islamic insurgents as they tried to negotiate the release of two kidnapped British SAS operatives. She battled for hours to save their lives, using her legal expertise, knowledge of Islam and Arabic to negotiate with their captors as a violent mob tried to storm the compound where she was being held. After their release, her colleague received a Military Cross, while Rabia received nothing. Her subsequent sex and race discrimination case against the British Army made headlines around the world.
Her memoir is a story of grit, courage and conviction, born out of a unique perspective.
From her brave negotiation efforts during her hostage situation on September 19, 2005, to the pivotal legal battles against discrimination she faced afterwards, her story reveals grit and resilience. As she employs her legal acumen, understanding of Islam, and Arabic language skills under extreme pressure, Siddique’s memoir serves not only as a personal story but as an inspiring commentary on women's rights and racial equality.
This 272-page memoir, published by Pan Macmillan Australia in 2013, is an essential read for everyone interested in themes of social justice, empowerment, and military law. With an ISBN of 9781742613239, it offers readers deep insights into a life dedicated to making a difference.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781742613239
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2013
Publisher: Pan Macmillan Australia
Pages: 272
Description:
Muslim, lawyer, soldier, hostage.
As the daughter of an Indian Muslim father and a white Australian mother, growing up in the conservative environment of 1970s Perth, Rabia Siddique was always going to be marked as different. Escaping her traumatic childhood, Rabia moved to London after graduating from law school to pursue her passionate commitment to social justice. She joined the British Army as a military lawyer just days after 9/11, finally finding herself stationed in Southern Iraq, where she pushed herself to make a difference in one of the most dangerous and testing environments on earth.
On 19 September 2005, Rabia and another soldier were taken hostage by Islamic insurgents as they tried to negotiate the release of two kidnapped British SAS operatives. She battled for hours to save their lives, using her legal expertise, knowledge of Islam and Arabic to negotiate with their captors as a violent mob tried to storm the compound where she was being held. After their release, her colleague received a Military Cross, while Rabia received nothing. Her subsequent sex and race discrimination case against the British Army made headlines around the world.
Her memoir is a story of grit, courage and conviction, born out of a unique perspective.