The Feminine Child Character in Algerian Novels: The Novel Tāʾ al-Khajal by Fadhila Al-Farouq as a Case Study
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Dec 10, 2025
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Feminine Childhood Character, Identity, Differences, Shame and Rebellion, The Other, Patriarchal Authority
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Childhood, in terms of content, is a narrative component rich in sociological and psychological implications, offering insights into the development of societies. As it pertains to Algerian reality, childhood proves to be a crucial indicator, as reconstructing events through literary works allows us to understand societal trajectories. This theme frequently appears in many Algerian narrative texts. The novel Taa’ Al-Khajal by Fadhila Al-Farouq presents a depiction of feminine childhood, conveyed through the lens of the protagonist’s own story. Despite the novel’s sensitivity in tackling this subject, the study highlights the feminine childhood character and its reflection in Algerian literature using the mentioned novel as a model.
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SOLTANI, F. (2025). The Feminine Child Character in Algerian Novels: The Novel Tāʾ al-Khajal by Fadhila Al-Farouq as a Case Study. ALTRALANG Journal, 7(2), 374-385. https://doi.org/10.52919/altralang.v7i2.595
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