Honour by Elif Shafak

Explore Family, Honor, and Identity in Honour by Elif Shafak

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Why Honour by Elif Shafak is a Must-Read in Sri Lanka

A Deeply Emotional and Thought-Provoking Story

Honour is a masterful narrative that explores the lives of a Turkish-Kurdish family, torn apart by the tensions between love and honor. Set in both Turkey and London, the novel tells the story of two sisters, Pembe and Jamila, whose fates are shaped by the cultural expectations of honor that govern their lives. Elif Shafak's rich prose and empathetic character development make this a gripping read that is sure to resonate with readers from all walks of life.

Themes of Identity, Culture, and Social Expectations

The novel masterfully navigates the themes of identity and the weight of societal expectations, exploring how honor is interpreted and enforced within families and communities. It brings to light the struggles of individuals caught between tradition and personal freedom. Shafak’s exploration of these themes will make readers reflect on the complexities of honor and how it shapes human relationships, particularly in the context of the diaspora.

Memorable Quotes from Honour

"Sometimes, it is not the blood, but the bond that defines family."

Translation (Sinhala): "කේන්ද්රය වූයේ රක්තය නොව, පවුල නිර්වචනය කරන්නේ සම්බන්ධයයි."

Translation (Tamil): "சில சமயங்களில், இரத்தம் அல்ல, குடும்பத்தை வரையறுக்கின்றது உறவு தான்."

“Honor is something we create in the moment, not something we inherit from the past.”

About the Book

• Title: Honour
• Author: Elif Shafak
• ISBN: 9780241259934
• Publisher: Penguin Books
• Published Year: 2012
• Number of Pages: 496
• Binding: Paperback

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