In "The Caged Virgin," Ayaan Hirsi Ali delivers a powerful and provocative examination of the oppression faced by women under Islam, combining her personal narrative with a critical analysis of religious and cultural practices that subjugate women. Escaping from the shackles of an arranged marriage and the confines of her traditional Muslim upbringing, Hirsi Ali embarks on a journey of self-discovery and intellectual rebellion that leads her to the Netherlands. There, her transformation from a submissive Muslim girl to a fervent advocate for women's rights and a member of the Dutch parliament unfolds. Through her compelling story, Hirsi Ali exposes the dire consequences of the Islamic cult of virginity and the systemic violence against women endorsed by religious and cultural norms, advocating for a much-needed Islamic Enlightenment. "The Caged Virgin" is not only a call to arms for the emancipation of Muslim women from the virgins’ cage but also a bold critique of Western policies toward Islamic countries and communities. Hirsi Ali challenges the silence and complicity of the West in the face of practices such as genital mutilation and forced marriages, urging a reevaluation of tolerance and multiculturalism. With unflinching honesty and courage, she shares her insights into the roots of fanaticism and the struggle for the rights of the individual, drawing on her unique perspective as both insider and outsider. This book stands as a testament to Hirsi Ali’s remarkable journey and her unwavering commitment to reason, Enlightenment values, and the liberation of women oppressed by the iron grip of tradition and religion.