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Literary Fiction· Jordan

The Bride of Amman

by Fadi Zaghmout
Aggregate Editorial Score30/100
Published 2012Arabic
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About This Book

Few works of literary fiction have earned the sustained critical attention that The Bride of Amman (2012) by Fadi Zaghmout continues to receive. The Bride of Amman is a groundbreaking novel that explores the lives of young Jordanians navigating societal expectations and personal desires. Through interwoven narratives, the book addresses themes of love, sexuality, gender roles, and the pressure to conform in a conservative society. It is significant for its candid portrayal of LGBTQ+ issues in the Arab world, offering a rare glimpse into the complexities of modern Jordanian life. Themes of gender roles, sexuality, societal pressure run through the work.

Book Details

AuthorFadi Zaghmout
Published2012
Country of Origin🇯🇴 Jordan
LanguageArabic
Category📖 Literary Fiction
ISBN9789923700011
Editorial Score30/100
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📖 Literary Fiction

Character-driven fiction that prioritises style, theme, and psychological depth.

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Country of Origin

🇯🇴 Jordan

This book is part of Jordan's rich literary tradition.

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Editorial Assessment

First published in 2012, Fadi Zaghmout's The Bride of Amman is a work of literary fiction that has drawn sustained interest from critics and prize committees alike. Its engagement with gender roles, sexuality, societal pressure, love gives the book a depth that extends well beyond its genre. Critics and institutions have consistently placed The Bride of Amman among the notable works of its period. Our aggregate score of 30/100 is compiled from 0 editorial sources that range from Nobel and Booker committees to leading literary journals. What distinguishes The Bride of Amman is how it handles its central concerns — gender roles, sexuality, societal pressure, love — without reducing them to neat conclusions. The book invites close reading and holds up well to it. Within Jordan's literary landscape, Fadi Zaghmout occupies a significant position. The Bride of Amman is both a personal artistic statement and a contribution to a tradition shaped by the country's history and cultural concerns.
About this assessment: Editorial scores are aggregated from multiple independent sources including major literary prizes, critical surveys, and leading publications. Our editorial team reviews and contextualises this data. Rankings reflect critical consensus, not personal opinion or popularity metrics. Learn about our methodology.
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Fadi Zaghmout
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Fadi Zaghmout is a Jordan author whose work in literary fiction has earned recognition from readers and critics alike.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Bride of Amman about?

The Bride of Amman is a groundbreaking novel that explores the lives of young Jordanians navigating societal expectations and personal desires. Through interwoven narratives, the book addresses themes of love, sexuality, gender roles, and the pressure to conform in a conservative society. It is significant for its candid portrayal of LGBTQ+ issues in the Arab world, offering a rare glimpse into the complexities of modern Jordanian life.

Who wrote The Bride of Amman?

The Bride of Amman was written by Fadi Zaghmout, from Jordan. First published in 2012.

What awards has The Bride of Amman won?

The Bride of Amman has received the following recognition: notable critical recognition.

Is The Bride of Amman worth reading?

The Bride of Amman is a well-regarded book with an aggregate editorial score of 30/100 on 50 Best Books. It is particularly recommended for readers interested in gender roles, sexuality, societal pressure.

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What category is The Bride of Amman?

The Bride of Amman is classified as Literary Fiction. Character-driven fiction that prioritises style, theme, and psychological depth.

What country is The Bride of Amman from?

The Bride of Amman originates from Jordan's literary tradition. Explore more books from Jordan on our country page.

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