Gender, Sexuality, and Feminism in Pakistani Literature: Insights from Dr. Amina Yaqin

Описание: Dr. Amina Yaqin's book Gender, Sexuality and Feminism in Pakistan gives an in-depth insight into how the topic of gender and sexualization is discussed in Urdu poetry and literature, particularly in the context of Pakistan. She shed light on how the complicated interplay between religion, tradition, and modernity in shaping the minds of women and queer identities in Pakistan. She also talks about how many challenges these women have to face when they write poetries that covers sensitive issues and sexual issues of women, which have never been in discussion– because our society sees them as symbols of dreadfulness. The book also explores how the narrative of feminism evolved in a conservative society and how writers used the Medium of Urdu to challenge patriarchal structures. Dr. Amina Yaqin, in her book, explored many prominent writers of that time to go above and beyond to see how they incorporated issues like gender inequality, sexual taboos, and feminism resistance. One of the book's strengths is its interdisciplinary approach, drawing from literary criticism, gender studies, and cultural history. Dr. Amina highlights the voices of women writers and explores the contributions of male authors who engage with feminist themes, offering a more holistic view of gender dynamics in Pakistani literature. The book will give you an in-depth journey into the world of female poets, including what challenges they faced when writing about a topic that was never discussed and how their progression was challenged.

Dr. Amina Yaqin is an Associate Professor of World Literatures and Publishing at the University of Exeter, specializing in postcolonial studies, gender studies, and cultural criticism. Her research explores intersections of literature, identity, and political movements, with a focus on South Asia and the Muslim world.