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Daring to Drive: the story of the Saudi woman who challenged all taboos

Simon & Schuster

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A compelling story of a Saudi woman who challenged all taboos and norms in her country in order to prove that women in Saudi Arabia are capable and mature in a country that treats them as minors in need of a guardian.


A long and detailed interview with Manal al Sharif about the book and her story from a childhood characterized by violence and poverty, to be the first female computer and IT specialist at the biggest oil company ARAMCO, to end up as an activist of women's rights.

 

 


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