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Mirror on the Veil: A Collection of Personal Essays on Hijab and Veiling - Couverture souple

Pasha-Zaidi, Nausheen

 
9781905510511: Mirror on the Veil: A Collection of Personal Essays on Hijab and Veiling
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ISBN 10 : 1905510519 ISBN 13 : 9781905510511
Editeur : Critical, Cultural and Communications Press, 2017

Synopsis

What does the word “veiling” mean to you? For some it is an emblem of piety, while others condemn it as a patriarchal tool of oppression. Love it or hate it, the veil is one of the most prevalent and misunderstood symbols of feminine identity and power today. This anthology of personal essays from around the globe demystifies the individual significance of the veil by taking you inside the hearts and minds of those who have experienced it first hand. How do different societies relate to a veiled woman? Can covering the hair be an act of defiance and empowerment? Can the veil be seen as an expression of one's own sensuality? Part academic and part confessional, the stories inside help answer these questions by moving beyond the religious significance attached to this controversial stretch of fabric. Instead they explore the psychological, sociological and spiritual implications of veiling, giving voice to men and women of varied religious and cultural backgrounds who have been touched by the veil.“Hijab has long been a deeply misunderstood expression, where many assign their own meaning to it instead of listening to those who choose it. This important collection of essays offers a window into the personal narratives of the women who observe this practice, allowing Muslim women to speak for themselves. A must read for anyone wishing to go beyond assumptions and stereotypes.” Dalia Mogahed, Director of Research, Institute for Social Policy and Understanding (ISPU)

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Éditeur
Critical, Cultural and Communications Press
Date d'édition
2017
Langue
anglais
ISBN 10 
1905510519
ISBN 13 
9781905510511
Reliure
Broché
Nombre de pages
228
Éditeur
Pasha Shaheen
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