ISBN:
0415701031
,
0203799623
,
9780415701037
,
9780203799628
Language:
English
Pages:
Online-Ressource (x, 194 p)
Edition:
Online-Ausg. 2009 Electronic reproduction; Available via World Wide Web
Series Statement:
Routledge advances in Middle East and Islamic studies 10
Parallel Title:
Print version Gender and Self in Islam
DDC:
305.48697
Keywords:
Muslim women
;
Women in Islam
Abstract:
Using philosophical analysis, this book explores the construction of gender in Muslim societies and its implication to the constitution of the self. It seeks to restructure the contradictory claims of gender hierarchy and egalitarianism and elaborate an alternative set of interpretations that is friendly and inclusive of women
Description / Table of Contents:
Book Cover; Half Title; Title; Copyright; Dedications; Contents; Acknowledgments; Note; Introduction; 1. Gender thinking and the system it produces; 2. The creation theories as the bases for ontological self and inclusive humanity; 3. The transmission of generative self and women's contribution to conception; 4. The embodiment of masculinity and femininity: The making of material self; 5. The performance of the self: Engendering dependency and pleasures; Conclusion; Glossary; Notes; Bibliography; Index
Note:
Includes bibliographical references and index
,
Electronic reproduction; Available via World Wide Web
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