We Are Passing Through A Very Sensitive

The Writer Interweaves A Story With His Own Doubts, Questions, And Values. That Is Art.

I Consider Khomeini's Position Dangerous. He Does Not Have The Right To Pass Judgment-that Is Not The Islamic Way.

An Allegory Is Not Meant To Be Taken Literally. There Is A Great Lack Of Comprehension On The Part Of Some Readers.

I Was Afraid Of Marriage. I Had The Impression Married Life Would Take Up All My Time. I Saw Myself Drowning In Visits And Parties. No Freedom.

Home Is Not Where You Were Born; Home Is Where All Your Attempts To Escape Cease.