In this vibrant and moving collection of short stories by award winning author Quaisra Shahraz, she demonstrates yet again her abilities for storyline and plot which are always gripping.The Elopement, The Discovery and A Pair of Jeans focus on the issues facing young Pakistani Muslim women as they work out how to live in a world where traditional and Western values clash.
A Pair of Jeans and Other Stories by Qaisra Shahraz is a powerful collection of short stories that explores cultural identity, tradition, and the clash between modernity and heritage. The title story, A Pair of Jeans, follows a young Pakistani-British woman who faces judgment from her fiancé’s family when they see her in casual Western clothes, raising questions about cultural expectations and personal freedom.
Shahraz’s stories often delve into the complexities of relationships, gender roles, and the immigrant experience, offering rich, thought-provoking narratives with nuanced characters. Her writing beautifully captures the tension between tradition and change, making this collection a compelling read for those interested in multicultural perspectives and social issues.
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Categories: Fiction