How I Found My Voice: Elif Shafak
Intelligence Squared
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The Voice of Solitude
This chapter delves into the life of a prominent novelist shaped by their childhood as an only child in a culturally evolving Turkey during the late 1970s to early 1980s. It explores the influence of two maternal figures, each with contrasting beliefs about spirituality, and how their solidarity impacted the narrator's identity. Additionally, the chapter reflects on the challenges of creativity and individuality faced by children, particularly left-handed individuals, highlighting the complexities of language and communication.
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