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"A moving, unsentimental, and informative account of the painful personal experience that inspired, and continues to fuel, [Korn's] work." —People Magazine, Critic's Choice"This impassioned, beautifully written memoir is a testament to the possibility of wedding literary prose to sophisticated political arguments . . . a brutally honest, politically sensitive, and bold addition to literature on global women's health." —Publishers Weekly, starred review"A UN declaration demands the elimination of FGM. Yet the practice continues because it enforces men's sexual authority but also because women accept it as a cultural marker, a coming of age rite. Fadumo Korn's story limns the interstices of these social and very human contradictions. It is a courageous, deeply sympathetic, and indispensable testament." —Elfriede Jellinek, 2004 Nobel Laureate in Literature"What brings truly sustainable change is the courage of individuals like Fadumo Korn to move from survivors to impassioned advocates for justice. This book helps us all to understand how such a transformation is possible." —Noeleen Heyzer, executive director of UNIFEM"FGM is a trauma as much to the psyche as to the body. This riveting memoir lets readers witness every aspect of a complex and triumphantly successful recovery. Fadumo's past resilience carries over to her inspiring career as a champion of the reproductive rights of girls and women today." —Efua Dorkeeno, Order of the British Empire; Ghanian women's health advocate; and founder, FORWARD - International“Born in the Big Rains begins like a beautifully written work of fiction... but the writing’s rich details and driving action belie that this is no tall tale... [Korn’s] testament on FGM [is] brave and full of strength.”—Feminist Review"A moving, unsentimental, and informative account of the painful personal experience that inspired, and continues to fuel, [Korn's] work." ―People Magazine, Critic's Choice"This impassioned, beautifully written memoir is a testament to the possibility of wedding literary prose to sophisticated political arguments . . . a brutally honest, politically sensitive, and bold addition to literature on global women's health." ―Publishers Weekly, starred review"A UN declaration demands the elimination of FGM. Yet the practice continues because it enforces men's sexual authority but also because women accept it as a cultural marker, a coming of age rite. Fadumo Korn's story limns the interstices of these social and very human contradictions. It is a courageous, deeply sympathetic, and indispensable testament." ―Elfriede Jellinek, 2004 Nobel Laureate in Literature"What brings truly sustainable change is the courage of individuals like Fadumo Korn to move from survivors to impassioned advocates for justice. This book helps us all to understand how such a transformation is possible." ―Noeleen Heyzer, executive director of UNIFEM"FGM is a trauma as much to the psyche as to the body. This riveting memoir lets readers witness every aspect of a complex and triumphantly successful recovery. Fadumo's past resilience carries over to her inspiring career as a champion of the reproductive rights of girls and women today." ―Efua Dorkeeno, Order of the British Empire; Ghanian women's health advocate; and founder, FORWARD - International“Born in the Big Rains begins like a beautifully written work of fiction... but the writing’s rich details and driving action belie that this is no tall tale... [Korn’s] testament on FGM [is] brave and full of strength.”―Feminist Review

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About the Author

Fadumo Korn is the vice president of FORWARD-Germany, an organization dedicated to promoting action to stop FGM. She lives with her husband and son in Munich.Writer and radio journalist Sabine Eichhorst is the author of Courage to Defend Yourself: Strategies against Sexual Violence and A Long Way Home: A Prisoner of Uzbekistan.Dr. Tobe Levin is collegiate professor at the University of Maryland in Europe and co-founder of FORWARD-Germany.

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Product details

Series: Women Writing Africa

Paperback: 196 pages

Publisher: The Feminist Press at CUNY (April 1, 2008)

Language: English

ISBN-10: 1558615784

ISBN-13: 978-1558615786

Product Dimensions:

5.5 x 0.5 x 8.4 inches

Shipping Weight: 4.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)

Average Customer Review:

4.5 out of 5 stars

16 customer reviews

Amazon Best Sellers Rank:

#557,709 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Such a beautifully written memoir. Talking about the subject of female genital mutilation can be hard, especially growing up where it's culturally accepted. Korn speaks from heart delivering her experience while not condemning the nomadic culture she and her family have grown up in. This book is informative, heartbreaking and heartwarming all at once!

Fadumo Korn was born into a nomadic Somali tribe in 1964, and her childhood was unusually free for a Somalian girl. Though her parents doted on her, they did not spare her the culturally prescribed ordeal of female circumcision when she was seven years old. The circumcision, otherwise known as female genital mutilation (FGM) changed everything about Fadumo's world: first the ordeal itself, performed by a native practitioner with unclean implements, and then the infection that took hold and gradually ruined her health.Fadumo was sent to stay with wealthy and politically-connected relatives in Mogadishu for medical care. Eventually, in the midst of political upheaval in her country, she was sent to Europe and settled in Germany where she married and eventually found culturally sensitive medical care. After reconstructive surgery she was able to experience bodily functions without pain, and gave birth to a son. She now works with the Foundation for Women's Health, Research and Development (FORWARD), an international NGO committed to " eliminating gender-based violence against African girls and women, particularly female genital mutilation and child and forced marriage" (quote from FORWARD's website). These practices are the cultural norm in certain areas of Africa, Asia and the Middle East, and in some immigrant communities in Europe and North America. According to the World Health Organization, "An estimated 100 to 140 million girls and women worldwide are currently living with the consequences of FGM."Born in the Big Rains: A Memoir of Somalia and Survival (Women Writing Africa) sets itself and the reader a challenging task. On one hand it inspires anger with a horrifying description of FGM and of the terrible after-effects. Yet on the other hand it asks the reader to explore and try to understand the cultural significance of the practice as a step on the road to its eradication. Ms. Korn achieves both goals very well with this memoir. I respect her openness in telling her intensely personal story; she wears her empowerment well and we can only wish the same for all African women who live under the threat of this painful practice.Linda Bulger, 2010

This book was difficult for me to read because of the subject. I was not prepared for the female mutilation chapter. I kept reading because I wanted Mrs. Korn to overcome her obsticales both physical and emotional. It was hard to beleive that there are places in the world that actually allow such a practice. It certainly makes it clear that men in Somalia are the ruling force and women are mere vessels for having children and being slaves to their husbands. There was a point where I even got tears in my eyes this story touched me so much. I must say towards the end I did get a bored with all the politics and preaching. I know these things are important and more people need to be aware of it but I was more interested in Mrs. Korn's personal journey. This is a must read especially for women.

This book was such a great read. A very powerful and moving account about a woman's experience with Female Genital Mutilation. Her focus is broader however, creating the experience for any reader as if they are actually with her in Somalia and other journeys. A very easy read, this memoir is both uplifting and insightful. It captivates the essence of life as a nomad and transcends into political and cultural arenas that serve to enlighten the reader. This is definitely a must buy.

Nice little story, I like the Somali culture and find it fascinating and interesting for some reason

Important subject. I did not want to go from storyline which is true and well written to a soap box.

Very interesting book. I recommend it to those who are interested in a woman's story, growing up in Somalia and all the associated horrors ie FGM. Highly recommend

I work with a large Somali population in my work and this book gave me a better understanding of some of their cultural beliefs and actions. Even though I don't agree with their actions, it gave me a better understanding.

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