Haveli
, by STAPLES, SUZANNE FISHERNote: Supplemental materials are not guaranteed with Rental or Used book purchases.
- ISBN: 9780307977892 | 0307977897
- Cover: Paperback
- Copyright: 9/11/2012
The world of Newbery Honor Book Shabanuis vividly re-created in this novel of a young Pakistani woman's heartbreaking struggle against the tyranny of custom and ancient law. Shabanu, now a mother at 18, faces daily challenges to her position in her husband's household, even as she plans for her young daughter's education and uncertain future. Then, during a visit to the haveli, their home in the city of Lahore, Shabanu falls in love with Omar, in spite of traditions that forbid their union.