- Hardcover: 304 pages
- Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton Ltd (25 Jan 2007)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0340924608
- ISBN-13: 978-0340924600
- Product Dimensions: 23.4 x 16 x 3 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars See all reviews (48 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 138,444 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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The Sunday Times
'She tells her story with the pace and vivid turn of phrase of a
true writer. An inspiring book.'
true writer. An inspiring book.'
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'She tells her story with the pace and vivid turn of phrase of a true writer ... SHAME is an inspiring book, not least because of its honesty.' -- The Sunday Times 'A vivid, honest and deeply moving narrative of despair, courage and hope.' -- Lord Lester speaking in Parliamentary debate 'Angry, sad and profoundly disturbing, Jasvinder Sanghera's account of fleeing an arranged marriage is a powerful read' -- The London Paper 'The glossy cover doesn't prepare you for the impact this book has on its reader ... It gives me hope that there are people like the author of this book who are willing to write their experiences with such passion and clarity. A must-read.' -- Asians in Media 'Unbeaten and eloquent' -- Evening Standard 'It will open your eyes to the horrors that are real for some women' -- Sydney Daily Telegraph 'A success story to inspire anyone ... recounted deftly and without apology.' -- Time Magazine 'Heart-wrenching ... Sanghera's book will fuel debate and, perhaps, confound those groups who delude themselves into thinking that all is harmony in our multi-racial cities. But ignore these issues and our treasured, traditional British way of life will be further jeopardised.' -- Daily Mail
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32 of 33 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I have just read shame in 2 hours even though l should have been studying. It was compelling in every sense not least because of the endurance of the author who has shown unbelievable courage in the face of adversity. Whilst it is not representative of of all asians families in the UK, forced marriages are increasingly on the rise of that there is no doubt. I was deeply saddened as an Asian to see that family honour is more important that the happiness of children. This is a very accurate portrayal of asian culture. Shame brought to light the more sinister side of Asian culture, which needs to be acknowledged. Jasvinder, Shazia and the others have shown incredible courage to take the steps they have taken. The bond of family in an Asian culture is strong and the wrench of leaving may not be fully appreciated by non-Asians. This does not denegrate non-Asians but highlights in Shame the difficulties of leaving as well as the dangers. I am amazed that Jasvinder managed to achieve all that she has with such determination and focus. The attitude of her sisters is less understandable as l would have expected a greater level of support, l wonder what they were trying to uphold. At the every least with Jasvinders parents although misguided they were holding on at a way of life they were afraid of letting go. I highly recommend Shame as the first honest account of what is happening worldwide with regards to forced marriages. This is not overstated it just has not been exposed so openly. To write one's personal account is a brave beyond belief. The price paid by so many does not stop when they leave the home or seek refuge.
43 of 46 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
A social commentary on a taboo subject. This is a story of the oppression and coersion of asian women, by their own families and community in this country.
Jasvinder was born and brought up in Derby, a vivacious young girl who wanted to do well at school and get a degree. Insted she was shown the picture of the man she was to marry at the age of 14, as her elder sisters were already married and were trapped in un-happy and forced marriages. Jasvider rebelled and ran away. living a life of misery and poverty while her parents denyed her exsistence. This book lifts the lid on the so called "loving families"the asians are supposed to have. The abuse and the pain of those women that goes un-registered while the government and the police remain "politically correct" and dont intervene in these "cultural practices".
This is a must read book for anyone who wants an insight into this problem which is facing the young asian women in this country, Police, social workers and everyone in authority, and anyone who wants to stop this outragious practice should read this book.
A social commentary on this sad problem.
Jasvinder was born and brought up in Derby, a vivacious young girl who wanted to do well at school and get a degree. Insted she was shown the picture of the man she was to marry at the age of 14, as her elder sisters were already married and were trapped in un-happy and forced marriages. Jasvider rebelled and ran away. living a life of misery and poverty while her parents denyed her exsistence. This book lifts the lid on the so called "loving families"the asians are supposed to have. The abuse and the pain of those women that goes un-registered while the government and the police remain "politically correct" and dont intervene in these "cultural practices".
This is a must read book for anyone who wants an insight into this problem which is facing the young asian women in this country, Police, social workers and everyone in authority, and anyone who wants to stop this outragious practice should read this book.
A social commentary on this sad problem.
36 of 39 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
This book is horrifying to read especially if you are a woman, but its an important book. "Honour" deaths and violence don't only happen in the middle-east. They happen anywhere there are immigrants who believe their "honour" and their families "face" is worth more than the lives and happiness of their children - and as this book makes clear its not always soley the men who are to blame, their wives, with the same beliefs, can often be active particpants in the abuse of their children. It really does make you shudder to read some of the stories in this book.
That the author managed to escape such a background is amazing in itself. This book chronicles a very hard journey to self-knowledge that is scattered with personal loss that is enough to break many people, who would rather be bashed and abused than be alone or cut off from their family forever.
Anyone who wants the know the reality of these frightend women's lives should read this book. Its a real eye-opener on the costs of violence vs family love.
That the author managed to escape such a background is amazing in itself. This book chronicles a very hard journey to self-knowledge that is scattered with personal loss that is enough to break many people, who would rather be bashed and abused than be alone or cut off from their family forever.
Anyone who wants the know the reality of these frightend women's lives should read this book. Its a real eye-opener on the costs of violence vs family love.
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A very topical story of hidden suffering
Although I found the written style of English somewhat simplistic the story shines through - Topical in the sense that so called acts of honour are hitting our headlines and most... Read more
Published 7 months ago by Wayne
This woman has no SHAME
I started this book feeling really sorry for her, her sisters and other Asian girls who suffer similar fates. Read more
Published 18 months ago by A real diplomatic bag
a defiant shout for human dignity
I picked this book up in a charity shop and am so glad I did because I found it such a compelling read. Read more
Published 21 months ago by Mr. A. J. Flynn
shame
I didn't realise till I read this book that forced marriages are against the law in this country, and so they should be. Read more
Published 23 months ago by lynneje
good read
I read Sisters of Shame first so I have read them the wrong way round, makes little difference though because both books are excellent and really raise the profile of Forced... Read more
Published on 10 May 2010 by Cazza
Shame
Jasvinder Sanghera 's story. An interesting story of another culture -
Published on 1 May 2010 by Ms. F. A. Patterson
Everyone should read this book, you HAVE to read it!
I used to read a lot of books, but hadn't read anything I would class un-put-downable for years....until I brought this last week. Read more
Published on 28 Mar 2010 by Samantha London
Life story with lessons
Good book giving a rare insight into the problems encountered by asian women. I found the book too brief, however felt that the author put across her views well especially with... Read more
Published on 26 Mar 2010 by N. Bashir
Shame - who for????
I read this book and felt no sympathy for Jasvinder Sanghera at all.
Up until the arranged marriage, she had a decent childhood. Read more
Up until the arranged marriage, she had a decent childhood. Read more
Published on 24 Feb 2010 by Jacqueline Mcinnes
shame.
Shame was the first book I read on arranged marriages, I took to it straight away. Well written and very interesting,so much so that its now got a place in my book case for... Read more
Published on 8 Feb 2010 by Mrs. Susan E. Green
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