{"product_id":"an-unruled-body-9781632063403","title":"An Unruled Body","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003eIn her debut memoir, Ani Gjika explores how a woman listens to her body, intuition, and desire, navigating her way through Albania, Thailand, India, and the U.S. as she seeks self-expression on her own terms. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hardback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 288 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 28 December 2023\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Restless Books\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn her captivating debut memoir, acclaimed poet and literary translator Ani Gjika unveils a unique origin story by delving into the profound ways in which a woman engages with her own body, intuition, and desires. Born in Albania and coming of age during the aftermath of Communism, Gjika navigates a society where secrets abound and young women fear venturing out alone. As her family embarks on a journey to America, Gjika finds herself geographically distant from the grandmother who played a pivotal role in her upbringing, grappling with the challenges of a new language, and estranged from her aging parents who are determined to survive in their own ways. Amidst this transitional period, Gjika meets a young man whose artistic inclinations resonate with her own, and she falls head over heels in what she believes to be love.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAn Unruled Body unfolds across Albania, Thailand, India, and the United States, serving as a captivating journey of self-discovery through the lenses of language, sexuality, and identity. Gjika explores how she harnesses the power of expression to forge her own path, navigating the complexities of societal expectations and personal boundaries. Through her poignant storytelling, Gjika invites readers to embark on a transformative journey of self-empowerment and liberation, reminding us that the pursuit of authenticity and self-love is a lifelong endeavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 388g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 187 x 135 x 29 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781632063403\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ani Gjika","offers":[{"title":"Hardback","offer_id":44943732343034,"sku":"9781632063403","price":14.68,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1703871057832_book.jpg?v=1703923213","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/an-unruled-body-9781632063403","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}