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Discover the powerful story of 'Love Marriage in Kabul,' a compelling memoir by Sanaz Fotouhi that takes you on a poignant journey into Afghanistan's heart. This account reveals the challenges of filming in a war-torn country while capturing the humanity and resilience of its people. Join Fotouhi as she courageously confronts her fears and shares the vivid stories of widows and orphans, offering a rare glimpse into their lives. Winner of the prestigious University of Melbourne's Peter Blazey Fellowship, this book not only encapsulates the struggles and hope found in Kabul but also challenges our understanding of global issues through deeply personal narratives. The memoir beautifully highlights local traumas against a backdrop of broader cosmopolitan awareness. A remarkable read for anyone interested in Afghan culture, humanitarian efforts, and storytelling in documentary filmmaking. 'Love Marriage in Kabul' is more than just a book; it’s an invitation to reflect on humanity, love, and the indomitable spirit of those in challenging circumstances. With conditioning brand new and published by Gazebo Books in 2020, this memoir is a must-have addition to your bookshelf. Shipping for this item is free, and delivery can take up to 6 weeks. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Get your copy today and immerse yourself in a story that resonates well beyond its pages.
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: 9780648901105
Year: 2020
Publisher: Gazebo Books
Description:
In 2006, Sanaz Fotouhi, a young woman in her twenties, travels to Afghanistan with her partner to make a film
Seven years and four trips later their feature documentary Love Marriage in Kabul wins awards and the hearts of audiences in Australia and around the world.
Love Marriage in Kabulis the behind-the-scenes account of the hardships and heartaches, tears and joys of the seemingly impossible project of making a film in Afghanistan. It is the story of a young woman's determination to confront her fears to provide an insight into the hidden world of Afghanistan's widows and orphans.
With rare compassion and lucidity, Sanaz Fotouhi chronicles her inner struggles and external events and leads us to interrogate our own notion of humanity.
The manuscript of Love Marriage in Kabul: a Memoir won the University of Melbourne's 2019 Peter Blazey Fellowship.
'This is a beautifully written memoir about local traumas and predicaments, pitching them - often uneasily - against global movement and an increasingly cosmopolitan self-awareness.' — Judges of the University of Melbourne's Peter Blazey Fellowship
'When Sanaz Fotouhi was 15, she dreamt she was standing in a field and children in torn clothes were running towards her shouting 'Help!' No matter how many she helped over a wire fence, more kept coming. Ten years later, she found herself in Kabul at Hope House, a sanctuary for orphans and widows established by the indefatigable Afghan-Australian, Mahboba Rawi, to help make a film that would feature the love marriage of a young man
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: 9780648901105
Year: 2020
Publisher: Gazebo Books
Description:
In 2006, Sanaz Fotouhi, a young woman in her twenties, travels to Afghanistan with her partner to make a film
Seven years and four trips later their feature documentary Love Marriage in Kabul wins awards and the hearts of audiences in Australia and around the world.
Love Marriage in Kabulis the behind-the-scenes account of the hardships and heartaches, tears and joys of the seemingly impossible project of making a film in Afghanistan. It is the story of a young woman's determination to confront her fears to provide an insight into the hidden world of Afghanistan's widows and orphans.
With rare compassion and lucidity, Sanaz Fotouhi chronicles her inner struggles and external events and leads us to interrogate our own notion of humanity.
The manuscript of Love Marriage in Kabul: a Memoir won the University of Melbourne's 2019 Peter Blazey Fellowship.
'This is a beautifully written memoir about local traumas and predicaments, pitching them - often uneasily - against global movement and an increasingly cosmopolitan self-awareness.' — Judges of the University of Melbourne's Peter Blazey Fellowship
'When Sanaz Fotouhi was 15, she dreamt she was standing in a field and children in torn clothes were running towards her shouting 'Help!' No matter how many she helped over a wire fence, more kept coming. Ten years later, she found herself in Kabul at Hope House, a sanctuary for orphans and widows established by the indefatigable Afghan-Australian, Mahboba Rawi, to help make a film that would feature the love marriage of a young man