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Nomad

From Islam to America : a Personal Journey Through the Clash of Civilizations
May 31, 2011BPLNextBestAdults rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
After a harrowing childhood lived according to a particularly strict interpretation of Muslim law, Somali-born Ali escaped to Europe rather than move to Canada to marry a man she'd never met. Arriving in Holland, she soon became an international celebrity for her willingness to publicly denounce the uglier sides of Islamic culture, particularly as it relates to the oppression of women and girls. Many personal stories are repeated from her earlier book, “Infidel”, but here the story of her immigration to the U.S. is included. "Nomad" is a portrait of a family torn apart by the clash of civilizations. Her indictment of Islam and the oppression of women is harsh but very revealing. This was a heartfelt and thought-provoking book to listen to. The author's voice provided an authenticity that was very charming.