Behind Closed Doors : Women's Oral Narratives in Tunis by Hejaiej, Monia - 1996

Rutgers, 1996. 369pp. Trade paperback, VG, "Behind Closed Doors presents forty-seven tales told by three Beldi women, members of a historic and highly civilized community, the city's traditional elite. Tale-telling is important to all Beldi women, and the book examines its role in their shared world and its significance in the lives of the three tellers", . Trade Paperback. Very Good.

New Brunswick, N.J.: Rutgers University Press, 1996. Near Fine. xi, 369 p.; 22 cm. Paperback with color illustrated front cover. The author presents 47 tales "told by three Beldi women, members of a historic and highly civilized community, the city's traditional elite. Tale-telling is important to all Beldi women, and this book examines its role in their shared world and its significance in the lives of the three tellers." The introduction provides "an overview of the history and culture of Tunis and insights into the reading of the tales" [from the back cover]. ISBN: 0-8135-2377-X. In Near Fine Condition: slightly rubbed; pages are clean and tight.

new pb

paperback. Good. Access codes and supplements are not guaranteed with used items. May be an ex-library book.

Paperback / softback. New. Tunis has a long history of city life reaching back to ancient times. The Arabic language is firmly rooted among its inhabitants and most embrace the morals and culture of Islam. Behind Closed Doors presents forty-seven tales told by three Beldi women, members of a historic and highly civilized community, the city's traditional elite.

Rutgers Univ Pr, 1996. Paperback. New. 392 pages. 8.75x5.50x1.25 inches.

Rutgers University Press, 1996-08-01. Paperback. New. New. In shrink wrap. Looks like an interesting title!