Haveli (Shabanu Series)

Haveli (Shabanu Series)

The world of Newbery Honor book <i>Shabanu</i> is 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 <i>haveli,</i> their home in the city of Lahore, Shabanu falls in love with Omar, in spite of traditions that forbid their union.<br><br><br><i>From the Paperback edition.</i>