Mapping through the Violence: an Intersectional Approach to Deborah Ellis’ The Breadwinner and My Name is Parvana

The present paper titled “Mapping Through the Violence: an Intersectional Approach to Deborah Ellis’ The Breadwinner and My Name is Parvana” explores Deborah Ellis’ The Breadwinner and My Name is Parvana through the lens of intersectional feminism, examining how various identities intersect to shape the experiences of young girls in Afghanistan. Ellis is a prominent Canadian author renowned for her poignant storytelling and her commitment to social justice. Set against the backdrop of Taliban rule, the narratives illuminate the multifaceted nature of gender based violence, emphasising how factors such as age, socioeconomic status and cultural context exacerbate the vulnerabilities of children, particularly young girls. Narratives of Ellis’ embody the struggle faced by women and children in the patriarchal war torn Afghanistan. By analysing the characters through the lens of intersectionality, the paper reveals the broader implications of the struggle of women and girls, and it advocates the need for deeper understanding of how various social dynamics influence the lives of marginalized individuals.

Keywords: Religious extremism, Girls, Identity, Intersection, Violence.