Khartoum at Night: Fashion and Body Politics in Imperial Sudan

The Khartoum at Night is a groundbreaking history of northern Sudanese women's experiences in the first half of the 20th century, told through their bodies and fashion choices.

Marie Grace Brown offers a fresh perspective on the lives of these women, exploring how they navigated the complexities of modernization and cultural authenticity under imperial rule.

Through a detailed analysis of the popular tobe dress form, Brown reveals how women manipulated its folds, tucks, and social messages to assert their agency in a rapidly changing world.

This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the intersection of gender, politics, and culture in Africa and the Middle East.