Memoirs of a Woman Doctor by Nawal El Saadawi

Memoirs of a Woman Doctor

Nawal El Saadawi

104 pages first pub 1958 (editions)

fiction feminism memoir challenging informative reflective medium-paced

Description

A young Egyptian woman clashes with her traditional family when she chooses a career in medicine. Rather than submit to an arranged marriage and motherhood, she cuts her hair short and works fiercely to realise her dreams. At medical school, she b...

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Community Reviews Summary of 86 reviews

Moods

reflective 81%
informative 54%
inspiring 54%
challenging 36%
emotional 36%
hopeful 36%
sad 27%
dark 18%

Pace

fast 50%
medium 40%
slow 10%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 100%

Strong character development?

Yes: 80% | It's complicated: 10% | No: 10%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 55% | It's complicated: 33% | No: 11%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 66% | No: 33%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 55% | It's complicated: 33% | No: 11%

Average rating

3.66

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