Description
About the Author
Maha Gargash, an Emirati born in Dubai to a prominent business family, has studied in Washington, D.C., and London. With her degree in radio/television, she joined Dubai Television to pursue her interest in documentaries. Through directing her television programs, which deal mainly with traditional Arab societies, she became involved in research and scriptwriting. Her first novel, The Sand Fish, was an international bestseller.
Reviews
"Through richly drawn characters who drive their shared destiny, Maha Gargash depicts a world of wealth while revealing the true meaning of value as two young women, through the power of their warm friendship, transcend the dictates of society's expectations and transform from outsiders into leaders of a new future." -- Jessica Jiji, author of SWEET DATES IN BASRA "Light in tone, her reflections on culture and social norms will strike a familiar chord with Arab readers and will intrigue, even surprise, western readers." -- The National "A compelling tapestry of familial strife and stresses...Gargash layers on the restrictions of Arab society, masterfully capturing the constricting expectations each person faces...the way they behave in response is one of the most revealing aspects of their characters. A nuanced look at Arab life and society." -- Booklist "Gargash...paint[s] a complex portrait of a family, as its members struggle to maintain their ties with one another and to their traditions, while consequences of enormous wealth prove more threatening than modernity or Western influence." -- Publishers Weekly "Opens a window into the complicated world of Emirati culture. The book shines brightest when focused on Mariam and Dalal as they come of age in two different worlds...The examination of changing norms in Middle Eastern culture, and the differences between Dubai and Cairo, is at times extremely engaging...fascinating." -- Kirkus "Simply beautiful...The imagery in THAT OTHER ME is brilliant, constant and fresh...an enjoyable, mind-provoking and flowing read. I'll definitely be interested in reading more of Maha Gargash's work in the future." -- Nadaness in Motion blog
Book Information
ISBN 9780062391384
Author Maha Gargash
Format Paperback
Page Count 384
Imprint HarperPerennial
Publisher HarperCollins Publishers Inc
Weight(grams) 277g
Dimensions(mm) 203mm * 135mm * 22mm