The book "A Woman Is No Man" is written by Etaf Rum, a Palestinian-American novelist. It explores the lives of three generations of Palestinian-American women, focusing on themes of identity, cultural expectations, and family dynamics. The story follows Isra, a young woman from Palestine who moves to Brooklyn through an arranged marriage, and her daughter Deya, who faces similar challenges in a new generation. The novel has been praised for its portrayal of women's experiences and its contribution to Arab-American literature. It was recognized as a New York Times Book Review Editors' Choice and appeared in several best-of lists.
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