PositiveNPR...[a] ground-breaking anthology that should fascinate any fan of the stories behind the stories that come out of war zones. I\'m definitely one of those people and find refreshing (and long overdue) a book packed with insights from women journalists linked by language and heritage to the complex Arab world ... There\'s a deep fascination in the West with how women function in ultra-conservative societies where repression can be violent and even deadly. This anthology pulls back the curtain on those places, while connecting readers to brave and incisive female journalists who help us better understand the Arab world. Their often harrowing experiences and insights make for a compelling read. I, for one, hope to read more anthologies from female journalists in other parts of the world, including the United States.
