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This timely book examines the power and role of the image in modern Middle Eastern societies. The essays explore the role and function of image making to highlight the ways in which the images "speak" and what visual languages mean for the construction of Islamic subjectivities, the distribution of power, and the formation of identity and belonging. Visual Culture in the Modern Middle East addresses aspects of the visual in the Islamic world, including...
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Written by an Egyptian human rights lawyer, it is the first English-language account of the development of tensions between violent and non-violent factions in radical Islamist movements, from the perspective of an insider. It is also a biography of one of the world's most-wanted terrorists: Egyptian-born Dr Ayman al-Zawahiri. Widely recognized as the man who will take over the leadership of Al-Qaeda after Osama bin Laden, he is also the reputed architect...
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Embark on a spiritual journey of a lifetime with "Journey of a Lifetime: A Comprehensive Guide to Hajj and Umrah with Stunning Visuals." This book is not just a mere guide, but a vividly illustrated and meticulously crafted work that will transport you to the holy cities of Makkah and Madinah.
From the history and significance of the Hajj and Umrah rituals to practical advice on how to prepare for the journey, this guide has it all. The detailed...
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This original new work is the fascinating result of sociologist and documentary filmmaker Agnès De Féo's ten-year exploration of the phenomenon of niqab wearing. It is at once a groundbreaking study and a series of compelling first-person accounts from French and Francophone women who wear or have worn the niqab in France's Salafi communities. With the backdrop of the French government's 2010 ban on full facial veiling in public spaces, which itself...
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A.Kadir Yildirim and other scholars have used the term "Muslim Democrat" to describe moderate Islamist political parties, suggesting a parallel with Christian Democratic parties in Europe. These parties (MDPs) are marked by their adherence to a secular political regime, normative commitment to the rules of a democratic political system, and the democratic political representation of a religious identity. In this book, Yildirim draws on extensive field...
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In the hysteria surrounding Political Islam, it is difficult to find analysis that doesn't justify the existence of Islamic leaders or react to the West's fear of 'extremists'. In Islamic Activists, Deina Ali Abdelkader shows us what Islamic leaders and activists believe and what they think about just governance.
Explaining and comparing Islamist ideas, including those about leadership, justice and minority rights, Abdelkader explains how these...
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Have you ever wondered what sets successful Muslims apart from others? What values do they live by that enable them to achieve their goals and lead fulfilling lives?
If you're looking to develop your values, "9 Islamic Values for Success" is the book for you. In this practical guide, author Adam Salaam explores nine key Islamic values that can help Muslims succeed in all aspects of their lives, from personal relationships to professional endeavors....
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This book is based on an in-depth conversation between Howard Burton and Nile Green who holds the Ibn Khaldn Endowed Chair in World History at UCLA. Nile Green is an expert on Islamic History and religion in the world. He has traveled extensively in India, Turkey, Pakistan, China, Myanmar, Iran, Egypt, Yemen, Syria, Morocco and many more countries, to get a deep sense of the reality of situations on the ground. The basis of this wide-ranging conversation...
9) Muslim Women Are Everything: Stereotype-Shattering Stories of Courage, Inspiration, and Adventure
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Winner of the 2021 International Book Awards
Winner of American Book Fest's 2020 Best Book Awards in Women's Issues
A full-color illustrated collection of riveting, inspiring, and stereotype-shattering stories that reveal the beauty, diversity, and strength of Muslim women both past and present.
Tired of seeing Muslim women portrayed as weak, sheltered, and limited, journalist Seema Yasmin reframes how the world sees them, to reveal everything...
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The riveting true story of two sisters' journey to the Islamic State and the father who tries to bring them home
Two Sisters, by the international bestselling author Åsne Seierstad, tells the unforgettable story of a family divided by faith. Sadiq and Sara, Somali immigrants raising a family in Norway, one day discover that their teenage daughters, Leila and Ayan, have vanished-and are en route to Syria to aid the Islamic State. Seierstad's riveting...
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A portrait of Muslim migrants adapting to a new world and a new understanding of their own religious and cultural identity in a European city.
When Guinean Muslims leave their homeland, they encounter radically new versions of Islam and new approaches to religion more generally. In Remaking Islam in African Portugal, Michelle C. Johnson explores the religious lives of these migrants in the context of diaspora.
Since Islam arrived in West Africa...
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A Book That Actually Teaches You How to Fix Your Marriage And Become The Best Of All Husbands? Yes – You Really Can Save Your Marriage and make it more Loving as a Husband! Marriage is an achievement, but also a challenge. This is a frightening time for couples because we are living in a time when more than half of all first marriages ends in divorce; 60 percent of second marriages fail. What makes the numbers even more daunting is that nobody seems...
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Etiquette of Intimacy in Islam delves into the sacred teachings of Islam concerning intimate relationships, providing profound insights and guidance on navigating this fundamental aspect of human existence. Within the framework of Islamic principles, this book addresses various facets of intimacy, offering clarity, wisdom, and practical advice for individuals seeking to uphold the highest moral standards in their personal lives.From fostering kindness...
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This book contributes to the emerging literature on financial technology by discussing some of the innovative applications of blockchain in Islamic financial institutions. In addition, the book sheds light on the main opportunities and challenges facing application of Blockchain Technology in the Islamic financial industry and highlight the way forward to address these issues. Relying on the previous literature and analysis; this book confirms the...
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