VIDESHI KANYA

Book Details:

• Publisher: Mehta Publishing House

• ISBN: 9788184985573

• Edition: 1st

• Publishing Year: 2008

• Pages: 380

• Language: Translated From English to Marathi

• Category: Biography & True Stories

• Binding: Paperback

About the Book:

The Girl from Foreign is a deeply fascinating and intimate memoir by Sadia Shepard, as she embarks on a journey to uncover the ancient secrets of her family and her identity. Born to a white Protestant father from Colorado and a Muslim mother from Pakistan, Sadia's world was always a blend of different cultures and religions. However, the real revelation came when she discovered that her grandmother was a descendant of the Bene Israel, a small Jewish community shipwrecked in India two thousand years ago.

Determined to unravel the mysteries of her lineage, Sadia travels to India, where she begins to piece together her family’s complex and unique history. Her quest takes her to unexpected places, unlocking a series of profound religious, cultural, and historical revelations that span across centuries.

In this moving narrative, Sadia Shepard takes readers on a remarkable journey of self-discovery, grappling with themes of identity, faith, and belonging. Her exploration of her mixed heritage and her encounters with the Bene Israel community bring to light the connections between cultures and the power of understanding one’s roots. The Girl from Foreign is a thought-provoking and eye-opening memoir that gracefully weaves personal reflections with a broader cultural and religious journey.