{"title":"Zaheda Ghani","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our curated collection of works by the talented author Zaheda Ghani. Known for her compelling storytelling and vivid narratives, Ghani has captured the hearts of readers around the world with her unique perspective on life and culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the standout works in this collection is \u003cem\u003ePomegranate \u0026amp; Fig\u003c\/em\u003e, a novel famed for its rich portrayal of family ties, love, and resilience. Set against a vividly painted cultural backdrop, the book invites readers to journey alongside its characters as they navigate the complexities of tradition and modernity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eZaheda Ghani's books are categorised under General Fiction, but they offer much more than just a good read. Her narratives often explore themes that resonate deeply, encouraging readers to reflect on their own experiences and the world around them. Whether you are new to her work or a long-time admirer, this collection promises engaging and thought-provoking reads that will linger in your mind long after the last page is turned.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDelve into Zaheda Ghani's works today and discover why her stories have become a beloved part of contemporary fiction.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"pomegranate-fig-by-zaheda-ghani-9780733647604","title":"Pomegranate \u0026 Fig","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe women arrive first, on an afternoon like any other, when Henna is safely enclosed behind her desk at school. They come to start a conversation that is both taboo and a normal part of life. A small, intimate group... precious stones decorate their necks and fingers, the sond, embroidery, on their pantaloons and translucent veils catches the afternoon light. Their eyebrows are groomed into elegant curves. They float on a cloud of perfume to Henna's family home.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA deeply moving novel about tradition, love, war and the sorrow \u0026amp; hope exile will bring.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTracing the lives of three young people, Henna, her brother Hamid, and a man who will become her husband, Rahim, this lyrical and evocative story reveals the political entanglements and family dynamics that are heightened and shattered by conflict. Taking us from the streets of Herat in the 1970s, invaded by Soviet forces, to India in the 1980s and then to the suburbs of Sydney, \u003cem\u003ePomegranate \u0026amp; Fig\u003c\/em\u003e vividly illuminates the disruption, displacement and tragedy that war unleashes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eShortlisted for the Richell Prize, this is an unforgettable debut that heralds an exciting new Australian literary voice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'A moving and evocative page-turner' \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Guardian\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'Zaheda Ghani's novel of belonging and exile is a book for our times... [it] occupies a special place in a literature that aspires to be multicultural' \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eSaturday Age\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'Heartwarming and uplifting . . . This is a story about love and loss, the strength of family bonds in wartime, and learning to call a new place home' \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eReadings\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'An unforgettable tale . . . a must-read story of hope, brimming with pride and dignity too' \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eCourier Mail\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46714103726316,"sku":"9780733647604","price":37.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/5176333482449.jpg?v=1754344563"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/zaheda-ghani.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}