Voices of Marginalized and Identity Perspectives: An In-Depth Examination of Azar Nafisi’s Works in the Context of Postcolonial Feminist Narratives

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Voices of Marginalized and Identity Perspectives: An In-Depth Examination of Azar Nafisi’s Works in the Context of Postcolonial Feminist Narratives

Shilpa Rajpal , Dr. Sushil Kansal

DIP: 18.02.007/20251001

DOI: 10.25215/2455/1001007

Received: February 15, 2025; Revision Received: February 17, 2025; Accepted: February 19, 2025

Abstract

The study highlights how her narratives challenge traditional norms and contribute to discussions on empowerment and cultural hybridity. This analysis provides insight into how Nafisi’s writing reflects and resists the complexities of identity formation in a postcolonial world. This study examines the representation of marginalized voices and identity in Azar Nafisi’s works through the lens of postcolonial feminist theory. Nafisi’s fiction offers a critical perspective on gender, identity, and resistance within postcolonial contexts. It explores how Nafisi portrays the struggles of women confronting patriarchal and colonial pressures. The analysis investigates themes of cultural displacement, gender dynamics, and personal empowerment as presented in Nafisi’s narratives. It assesses how Nafisi’s characters negotiate their identities in the face of societal constraints and colonial legacies, reflecting broader issues of power and resistance. Through a close reading of these perspectives, the study reveals how Nafisi’s literary techniques and narrative strategies contribute to postcolonial feminist discourse. This research aims to highlight the significance of Nafisi’s contributions to literature by demonstrating how her works amplify marginalized voices and offer insights into the complexities of identity in a postcolonial world. The findings underscore the role of literature in fostering critical discussions about gender, culture, and power, and illustrate the ongoing relevance of Nafisi’s narratives in contemporary feminist and postcolonial studies.

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The author(s) declared no conflict of interest.

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ISSN 2455-670X

DIP: 18.02.007/20251001

DOI: 10.25215/2455/1001007

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Volume 10, Issue 1, January – March, 2025

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