FEMINIST PERSPECTIVES IN KHALED HOSSEINI’S A THOUSAND SPLENDID SUNS

Аннотация

This article examines Khaled Hosseini’s A Thousand Splendid Suns from a feminist perspective, focusing on the representation of women in a patriarchal Afghan society. The novel highlights the social, cultural, and domestic oppression faced by women, including forced marriage, violence, and marginalization. At the same time, it presents women as resilient individuals who resist oppression through endurance, emotional strength, and solidarity. By analyzing the experiences of female characters, this study argues that Hosseini challenges traditional patriarchal norms and emphasizes the importance of female bonding as a form of resistance. The article contributes to feminist literary studies by showing how women’s voices and struggles are central to the narrative.