Infidel

By: Ayaan Hirsi Ali

Narrated by: Ayaan Hirsi Ali

Length: 16 hrs and 33 mins

Publisher's summary

This New York Times best-seller is the astonishing life story of award-winning humanitarian Ayaan Hirsi Ali. A deeply respected advocate for free speech and women's rights, Hirsi Ali also lives under armed protection because of her outspoken criticism of the Islamic faith in which she was raised.

©2007 Ayaan Hirsi Ali (P)2007 Recorded Books

Critic reviews

"Crammed with harrowing details, Hirsi Ali's account is a significant contribution to our times." ( Kirkus Reviews)
"A clearly written and fascinating account of exceptional courage." ( Library Journal)
" Infidel is a unique book, Ayaan Hirsi Ali is a unique writer, and both deserve to go far." ( The Washington Post)

Reality Check

Where does Infidel rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

The very best without exception

What other book might you compare Infidel to and why?

God is not Great .

Which scene was your favorite?

The stories of people she had to translate for in Norway.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Not at all I wanted to listen to it every chance I got though.

Eloquent and courageous story

This brave book explores and explodes many of the myths behind what makes up real Islamic culture. This is a culture where women still are living under repressive conditions in the "modern" Islam world. Her brave journey from her tribal beginnings to a think tank in the is remarkable. Her courage and trials make her a trailblazer for generations to come. With a generous spirit she does not hate the Islamic people but rather the repressive interpretation of the Koran which has kept their culture at a standstill for hundreds of years.

extraordinary!

I couldn't stop listening. it places everything in context. it also shows us that the press and politicians refuse to see the truth about Islam and prefer to be hypocrites to the truth.

Vital for Understanding Islam

I've been on a quest in recent years to understand Islam as it relates to major world events. The side of Islam that Hirsi Ali talks about in this book is something that everyone needs to examine even if it raises some uncomfortable questions. Don't believe the hype that this book is "Islamophobic" or otherwise bigoted. It's not. It's a woman talking about what she experienced. While it may not be the only book you need to understand Islam in today's world, it's one that you definitely shouldn't skip over.

Her delivery is also very pleasant and easy to listen to.

Riveting

This book has changed me. I recommend for everyone. It grabs you and won’t let you go. Hard to put down.

Eye-Opening

Brilliant book by one of the most courageous females of our lifetime. There is no one alive today who has the audacity to speak out like this author has. Unbelievable story of pain and triumph. A must read!!

Enlightening

Superb. Hearing a firsthand account from a former Muslim of Islam was enlightening. Changed my thinking about Islam and, perhaps, my heretofore tolerant attitude.

An education in Religion gone wrong

A book like this reminds me of how fortunate we in the U.S.A. are to have freedom of thought and expression. I suffered thru the first hour trying to understand the author/reader, but then Ayaan Hirsi Ali's autobiography took off -- and I am glad that she did not hire a professional reader. Her accent served to draw me in deeper as she described her family, her religion which turned radical, her country, her clan -- well, her life. An inspiring book from a woman who I hope will live a very long life with a dash of happiness thrown in.

Gripping, invigorating, emotionally moving memoir

Ayaan Hirsi Ali writes with such clarity humanity, and tenderness about her tumultuous but incredible life. I read this book in paperback 4 years ago, but listening to her read it herself was moving in a different way. I cried at least 4 times. She is such an incredibly inspiring figure. I can’t recommend it too highly.

Heartfelt personal observation of a young girl opening her eyes.

A transitional voyage from the perspective of an Islamic young female in the African Somalian family culture running away to avoid a forced marriage. Only to discover a new world of the infidels is actually a more realistic view of life and the world. Kind of like