| Subject: | Cultural Studies |
| Title: | Windows to Resilience: Afghan Women’s Voices and Cultural Reflections in Nadia Hashimi’s A House Without Windows |
| Author(s): | Kanchan |
| Published on: | 30th September 2025 |
| Published by: | Lyceum India |
| Name of the Journal: | Lyceum India Journal of Social Sciences |
| ISSN/E-ISSN: | 3048-6513 |
| Volume & Issue: | Volume: 2, Issue: 4 |
| Pages: | 83-89 |
| Original DOI (if any): | 10.5281/zenodo.17222755 |
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| Abstract: | Nadia Hashimi’s A House Without Windows vividly depicts the complex reality of Afghanistan and its people, exploring themes of identity, culture, and resilience within the framework of English literature. The novel reflects Afghanistan’s fraught identity as an Islamic nation grappling with political instability, social upheaval, and cultural intersections. These realities are brought to life through the experiences of Afghan women, whose vulnerability and suffering underscore the profound impact of war and societal unrest. The female characters navigate a world dominated by patriarchal norms, which have long silenced their voices and stifled their aspirations. The protagonist’s journey from the constraints of a traditional marriage to the unlikely refuge of prison—illuminates the oppressive structures women endure, even within their own homes. The irony of finding solace in incarceration reveals the stark realities of domestic life for many women. Hashimi’s narrative resonates with broader cultural discussions about female oppression and resilience, drawing meaningful connections to other texts that similarly explore struggles for justice and freedom. |
| Keywords: | Forced subordination, Patriarchal norms, Vulnerability, Silenced voices, Irony, Societal Constructs, Popular Culture |
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