{"title":"Farida Sultana","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the collection of works by \u003cem\u003eFarida Sultana\u003c\/em\u003e, a profound and inspiring author known for her compelling narratives in the Biography \u0026amp; Memoir category. Sultana's writings delve deeply into personal and social issues, offering readers an insightful glimpse into her life experiences and advocacy work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the standout works in this collection is \u003cem\u003ePurple Dandelion\u003c\/em\u003e, a stirring memoir that charts her journey from her roots in Bangladesh to her life in New Zealand. This autobiographical piece does not merely recount her life's challenges and triumphs; it also serves as a powerful commentary on the societal issues faced by many women across the globe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSultana's writing is characterised by its honesty and courage, inviting readers to engage with her story on a deeply personal level. Beyond telling her own story, she sheds light on cultural intersections and the potent resilience of the human spirit. In her works, you'll find both the inspiration to reflect on broader social issues and the encouragement to consider personal growth and transformation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore Farida Sultana's books to discover narratives that are not just about personal identity and experience, but also about creating meaningful change and understanding in the world.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"purple-dandelion-by-farida-sultana-9781921497537","title":"Purple Dandelion","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePurple Dandelion\u003c\/em\u003e is the true story of Farida Sultana, an extraordinary Muslim woman and single mother. The book reflects her personal journey as an unconventional child who struggled through her adulthood and married life. Being a survivor of violence and abuse, Farida emerged as a strong advocate against all forms of violence and cultural and religious oppression against women.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe book chronicles her remarkable life. It begins in Bangladesh, where as a young girl, she found herself in conflict with her traditional family values and the Islamic culture that prevents girls and women from learning music and arts. Later, her arranged marriage to a doctor at the age of 18 took her to war-torn Iran with her husband and young daughter, then to the UK, and finally to New Zealand. At each stage of the journey, she attempts to capture the nuances, sights, and sounds of the events that she became a part of as she continued on her quest to find herself — in Bangladesh during its freedom struggle, in Iran during the Iran-Iraq war, in England as a single mother and a survivor of domestic violence, and in New Zealand as an immigrant woman.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSoon after her arrival in New Zealand, Farida became aware that there were many more immigrant women like her who had to overcome domestic violence and the oppressive, patriarchal societies they lived in. Their need drove her to initiate Shakti, which set up the first ethnic women's refuge in the country. What was conceived as an essential support group for migrant and refugee women has grown into the largest ethnic community organisation in New Zealand, bringing together women and families of over 42 different ethnicities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePurple Dandelion\u003c\/em\u003e brings to life the experiences and struggles of some of these courageous women. In recognition of her work, Farida was awarded the Queen's Service Medal for Community Service in 2003. In recent years, she has been working in Asian and Middle Eastern countries encouraging women to condemn violence and claim their human rights.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Arotahi Agency","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46628111024364,"sku":"9781921497537","price":34.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/3386493482872.jpg?v=1751901424"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/farida-sultana.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}