The revolution in Iran, therefore, is in its essence political and “economic”. It is a popular explosion which seeks to emancipate the people of Iran… - Nawal El Saadawi

" "

The revolution in Iran, therefore, is in its essence political and “economic”. It is a popular explosion which seeks to emancipate the people of Iran, men and women, and not to send women back to the prison of the veil, the kitchen and the bedroom (Page 3)

English
Collect this quote

About Nawal El Saadawi

Nawal El Saadawi (Arabic: نوال السعداوى) (born October 27, 1931 – March 21, 2021) is an Egyptian feminist writer, activist and physician, and an advocate of equal rights for women.

Also Known As

Alternative Names: Nawal el Saadaoui Nawal al Sadaawi Nawal Saadawi Nawal as-Saadawi Nawāl al-Saʻdāwī Saʻdāwī, Nawāl al- Saadawi
Try QuoteGPT

Chat naturally about what you need. Each answer links back to real quotes with citations.

Related quotes. More quotes will automatically load as you scroll down, or you can use the load more buttons.

Additional quotes by Nawal El Saadawi

The last two decades have seen a vigorous revival in the political and social movements of Islamic inspiration… The movements aiming at cultural emancipation, independence and identity run parallel to and intertwine with the political and economic struggles waged by the people of underdeveloped countries’ (Page 5)

Go Premium

Support Quotewise while enjoying an ad-free experience and premium features.

View Plans
Loading...