Princess

A True Story of Life Behind the Veil in Saudi Arabia

Jean Sasson

The book recounts the personal experiences of a Saudi Arabian princess, providing insight into the lives of women under the restrictive laws and customs of Saudi society. It exposes the opulence, politics, and oppression within the royal family, particularly the gender discrimination and human rights abuses that women face.

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Daughters Of Arabia

Princess 2

Jean Sasson

The book continues the true story of Princess Sultana, a royal Saudi Arabian woman advocating for women's rights, revealing the hidden lives of the women within the wealthy Saudi society. It delves into personal family dramas, including her daughters' experiences, and exposes the challenges and oppressions faced by women under the strict Islamic laws of Saudi Arabia.

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Princess More Tears to Cry

Jean Sasson

The book provides a continuation of the true story of Princess Sultana, a royal Saudi Arabian woman advocating for women's rights in a deeply patriarchal society. It reveals her personal struggles and the broader challenges faced by women in Saudi Arabia, including oppressive laws and cultural norms, as she fights for change and equality.

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Yasmeena's Choice

A True Story of War, Rape, Courage and Survival

Jean Sasson

The book recounts the harrowing experiences of a young Lebanese woman, Yasmeena, who was captured and repeatedly raped during the Kuwait-Iraq war. It details her struggle for survival, the brutality she endured as a prisoner, and her eventual path to recovery and empowerment after the war.

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American Chick in Saudi Arabia

Jean Sasson

The memoir recounts the author's experiences living in Saudi Arabia during the 1970s and 1980s, detailing her observations of the cultural and social dynamics, particularly the lives of women, in the conservative kingdom. It provides a personal perspective on the stark contrasts between Western and Saudi customs, and the challenges faced by women under strict Islamic laws.

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