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In The Breadwinner, an eleven‑year‑old girl named Parvana lives with her family in a bombed‑out apartment in Kabul during Taliban rule. When her father, a former history teacher, is arrested, the family finds itself without an income. Forbidden by the Taliban to work as a girl, Parvana disguises herself as a boy and takes on the role of the family’s breadwinner.
The story follows Parvana as she navigates life under strict gender restrictions, the dangers of a bombed city, and the challenges of maintaining secrecy while meeting basic needs. Her resilience and ingenuity in the face of oppression highlight themes of survival, gender roles, and the resilience of Afghan girls.
First publish date: 2002
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Deborah Ellis
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