I who did not know men - Jacqueline Harpman

O dear reader, as you read my story, you will feel my tragedy and perhaps become depressed. But I did not write my story except to be a seed of hope that helps you with the tragedies of life, I who took my full share of suffering. I hope you find in my story solace, contentment, and happiness, for your life, even if miserable, is the greatest thing I wished to have. And as you read my story, think of everything I lacked and everything you possess. And remember that, despite what I went through, I realized that I loved, that I felt suffering, and that I am a human being. And before I forget, let me say that we were thirty-nine women and girls... and the story began with us. A publishing session was held.