In the novel Woman at Point Zero by Nawal El Saadawi, El Saadawi reveals the story of a woman named Firdaus who is sentenced to death after murdering a pimp in a Cairo Street. Nawal, who is both the author and narrator of the book, is a physiatrist who almost instantly sparks an interest in Firdaus. As Firdaus' stubbornness draws Nawal to her path as a physiatrist, El Saadawi notes Firdaus' desire to be executed and accept death even though she was given the option of spending her life in prison rather than being executed. As the novel progresses, Firdaus reveals his anger. and the bitter life of El Saadawi which revolves around the setting in which Firdaus was from childhood to adulthood. With this, El Saadawi creates sympathy and admiration towards Firdaus due to Firdaus' environment. Because of this empathy, the setting is essential to Firdaus' characterization, as her surroundings prove that she is a courageous and independent woman in the mid-1970s. Immediately, El Saadawi implies that Firdaus' character is to be admired at through his writing style and dialogue. Upon entering Qanatir prison, El Saadawi notices Firdaus' “indifference to everything” (3) and his attitude of “total rejection” (3). Right away, a physiatrist like El Saadawi can note the importance of a person and immediately spot them in Firdaus. . As Firdaus refused to speak to anyone in prison, this reflects the theme of power throughout the novel. In Arab culture, it is rare for a woman to demonstrate power and Firdaus' refusal to speak to anyone and welcome death shows that her power outweighs the power inferior to that of men who makes her courageous. Because the impression of Firdaus is first made in prison as a "real woman" (1), this emphasizes El Saada...... middle of paper ......ller" does not only ask a lot of courage for the Arab society while being a woman, but portrays the character mentally strong, in this case, Firdaus El Saadawi reveals the bitter life of Firdaus but develops her character through the setting that she overcame. plays an important role not only in Arab society, but in all cultures Her character represents a woman struggling for control of her own body, thereby gaining power and freedom despite the position of men in society. environment matches Firdaus, which allows this character to be a source of inspiration and to be viewed with sympathy. Even though the murder committed by Firdaus can be considered callous, it is his way of fighting for power. and the self-control of women in Arab society which ultimately made her brave and independent as she won her battle..