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The Calligraphic State: Textual Domination and History in a Muslim Society (Comparative Studies on Muslim Societies) (Volume 16),New
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In this innovative combination of anthropology, history, and postmodern theory, Brinkley Messick examines the changing relation of writing and authority in a Muslim society from the late nineteenth century to the present. The creation and interpretation of texts, from sacred scriptures to administrative and legal contracts, are among the fundamental ways that authority is established and maintained in a complex state. Yet few scholars have explored this process and the ways in which it changes, especially outside the Western world.Messick brings together intensive ethnography and textual analysis from a wealth of material: Islamic jurisprudence, Yemeni histories, local documents. In exploring the structure and transformation of literacy, law, and statecraft in Yemen, he raises important issues that are of comparative significance for understanding political life in other Muslim and nonwestern states as well.
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- Q: What is 'The Calligraphic State' about? A: 'The Calligraphic State' by Brinkley Messick explores the relationship between writing and authority in a Muslim society, focusing on how texts establish and maintain power from the late nineteenth century to the present.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Calligraphic State'? A: The author of 'The Calligraphic State' is Brinkley Messick, who combines anthropology, history, and postmodern theory in his analysis.
- Q: What topics are covered in this book? A: The book covers topics such as Islamic jurisprudence, literacy, law, statecraft, and the interpretation of texts in a Yemeni context, raising issues relevant for comparative studies in political life.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Calligraphic State' have? A: 'The Calligraphic State' has a total of 356 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: This book is available in a paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'The Calligraphic State' published? A: 'The Calligraphic State' was published on June 16, 1996.
- Q: Is 'The Calligraphic State' a new book? A: Yes, the item condition of 'The Calligraphic State' is listed as new.
- Q: What is the significance of the book's content? A: The book provides insights into the structure and transformation of authority in a Muslim society, making it significant for understanding political dynamics in both Muslim and nonwestern states.
- Q: Does 'The Calligraphic State' include ethnographic research? A: Yes, the book includes intensive ethnographic research and textual analysis, drawing from a variety of sources including local documents and Yemeni histories.
- Q: Is 'The Calligraphic State' part of a series? A: Yes, it is Volume 16 in the series 'Comparative Studies on Muslim Societies'.