Honour Killing (OCR GCSE English Literature): Flashcards

Imtiaz Dharker (b. 1954)

Self-liberation & reclaiming identity from oppression

Imposed cultural/national identity; burden not pride

Restrictive aspects of cultural beliefs suppressing identity

Sticking to faith caused loss of faith in own identity

Faith corrupted/twisted by those who enforce its rules

Traditional femininity & marital expectations; oppression

Creation of new space/identity to redefine herself

Soliloquy - personal speech where speaker talks to herself

Long-awaited moment of transformation

Speaker's anticipation & curiosity about newfound freedom

Deliberate transformation: coat→veil→silks→skin/flesh

Not seeking revenge but making/crafting/plotting her future