Book description
Forbidden but Allowed is an intimate memoir of a British expatriate navigating life in Saudi Arabia from 1984 to 1998, an era when the Kingdom was a strict and closed society.At thirty, Bizzie Frost moved from Kenya to Jeddah with her two children to join her airline pilot husband, Richard. Struggling initially with depression because of the restrictions on women, she soon discovered unexpected opportunities. Making the most of each one, Bizzie built a successful career as a wedding photographer and journalist, gaining unique insights into Saudi traditions, culture, religion and daily life.The memoir captures the thrill of exploring the reefs in the Red Sea, and sleeping under the stars in remote mountains and deserts, at the same time reflecting on the cultural differences of each area. As the influence of the religious police grew and restrictions tightened following the Gulf War of 1991, Bizzie's tolerance was pushed to the limit.Beyond a personal narrative, Forbidden but Allowed offers a vivid snapshot of a society in transition, balancing the challenge of restrictive norms with moments of surprising liberation. Blending adventure with cultural reflection, it provides a rare glimpse into a world that has since undergone significant change.
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Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience