| Description |
x, 323 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm |
| Summary |
"Presents a tour of Islam and its peoples as it follows author's anthropological expedition to the three major regions of the Muslim world--the Middle East, South Asia, and East Asia. Reveals unique information on large, often misunderstood populations, describing the experiences and perceptions of ordinary Muslims, women, and youth"--Provided by publisher. |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 287-301) and index. |
| Contents |
An anthropological excursion into the Muslim world -- The struggle within Islam -- Tribes, women, and honor in the age of globalization -- Who is defining Islam after 9/11 and why? -- The clash of civilizations? -- Lifting the veil -- Epilogue: the hope of the world. |
| Subject |
Religious awakening -- Islam.
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Religious awakening -- Islam. |
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Islam -- 21st century.
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Islam. |
| Chronological Term |
21st century |
| Subject |
Globalization -- Religious aspects -- Islam.
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Globalization -- Religious aspects -- Islam. |
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Islamic renewal -- Islamic countries.
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Islamic renewal. |
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Islamic countries. |
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Islamic countries -- Description and travel.
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Islam. |
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Radicalisme. |
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Internationalisatie. |
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Islamitische wereld. |
| ISBN |
9780815701323 cloth alkaline paper |
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0815701322 cloth alkaline paper |
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