Leïla Slimani gives voice to Moroccan women who are grappling with a conservative Arab culture that at once condemns and commodifies sex. Sex and Lies is an essential encounter with Morocco's sexual hypocrisy and a vibrant appeal for the universal freedom to be, to love and to desire.
Information
Publisher:
Faber & Faber
Format:
Paperback
Number of pages:
None
Language:
en
ISBN:
9780571377763
Publish year:
2023
Publish date:
March 16, 2023
Leila Slimani
Leila Slimani is a Moroccan-French author known for her novel "The Perfect Nanny," which explores themes of motherhood and class. Her writing style is characterized by its bold and unflinching portrayal of societal taboos. Slimani's work challenges conventions and sheds light on complex human relationships with depth and nuance.