Much of Maraini's writing was affected by her parents and the roles they played in her life. Maraini grew up with an adventurous father and a mother who was always burdened and, in addition to this, read books in which only men would go on quests and journeys.
Maraini's writing was significantly influenced by her parents and their roles in her life. Her father was an adventurous figure, while her mother faced burdens and a tendency to read books featuring male protagonists embarking on quests and journeys.