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Islam Obscured: The Rhetoric Of Anthropological Representation (Contemporary Anthropology Of Religion)
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Ethnographers Have Observed Muslims Nearly Everywhere Islam Is Practiced. This Study Analyzes Four Seminal Texts That Have Been Read Widely Outside Anthropology. Two Are By Distinguished Anthropologists On Either Side Of The Atlantic, Islam Observed (By Clifford Geertz In 1968) And Muslim Society (By Ernest Gellner In 1981). Two Other Texts Are By Muslim Scholars, Beyond The Veil (Fatima Mernissi In 1975) And Discovering Islam (By Akbar Ahmed In 1988). Varisco Argues That Each Of These Four Authors Approaches Islam As An Essentialized Organic Unity Rather Than Letting 'Islams' Found In The Field Speak To The Diversity Of Practice. The Textual Truths Engendered, And Far Too Often Engineered, In These Idealized Representations Of Islam Have Found Their Way Unscrutinized Into An Endless Stream Of Scholarly Works And Textbooks. Varisco'S Analysis Goes Beyond The Rhetoric Over What Islam Is To The Information From Ethnographic Research About What Muslims Say They Do And Actually Are Observed To Do. The Issues Covered Include Islam As A Cultural Phenomenon, Representation Of 'The Other', Muslim Gender Roles, Politics Of Ethnographic Authority, And Orientalist Discourse.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Islam Obscured'? A: 'Islam Obscured' analyzes four significant texts about Islam, highlighting how each author represents Islam as a singular entity rather than reflecting its diverse practices.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Islam Obscured'? A: The book is authored by D. Varisco, who critiques the essentialized views of Islam presented by both anthropologists and Muslim scholars.
- Q: What are the key themes discussed in this book? A: Key themes include cultural representation, Muslim gender roles, the politics of ethnographic authority, and Orientalist discourse.
- Q: What type of book is 'Islam Obscured'? A: 'Islam Obscured' is a hardcover academic text published in 2005, consisting of 235 pages.
- Q: Is 'Islam Obscured' suitable for general readers? A: While 'Islam Obscured' is primarily aimed at academic audiences, it can also be insightful for general readers interested in anthropology and Islamic studies.
- Q: What can I expect from the condition of the book? A: The book is listed as 'New', indicating it is in excellent condition and has not been previously used.
- Q: When was 'Islam Obscured' published? A: 'Islam Obscured' was published on March 8, 2005.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: The available edition is from 2005.
- Q: Are there any notable critiques in 'Islam Obscured'? A: Yes, Varisco critiques the idealized and often unexamined representations of Islam in scholarly works, advocating for a more nuanced understanding based on ethnographic research.
- Q: Does 'Islam Obscured' include references to other works? A: Yes, the book engages with seminal texts by authors such as Clifford Geertz, Ernest Gellner, Fatima Mernissi, and Akbar Ahmed.