ISBN:
9780815701316
,
0815701314
Language:
English
Pages:
X, 323 S.
,
Ill.
DDC:
297.090511
Keywords:
Religious awakening Islam
;
Islam 21st century
;
Globalization Religious aspects
;
Islam
;
Islamic renewal
;
Islam
;
Globalisierung
;
Kulturdifferenzen/Zivilisationsdifferenzen
;
globalization
;
civilizational conflict/cultural diversity
;
Islamic countries Description and travel
;
Islam
;
Moderne
;
Kulturkonflikt
Abstract:
"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
Description / Table of 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
Note:
Includes bibliographical references (p. 287-301) and index
URL:
http://www.loc.gov/catdir/toc/ecip0713/2007010770.html
URL:
http://www.loc.gov/catdir/toc/ecip0713/2007010770.html
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