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The Politics of the Veil (The Public Square),Used
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In 2004, the French government instituted a ban on the wearing of 'conspicuous signs' of religious affiliation in public schools. Though the ban applies to everyone, it is aimed at Muslim girls wearing headscarves. Proponents of the law insist it upholds France's values of secular liberalism and regard the headscarf as symbolic of Islam's resistance to modernity. The Politics of the Veil is an explosive refutation of this view, one that bears important implications for us all.Joan Wallach Scott, the renowned pioneer of gender studies, argues that the law is symptomatic of France's failure to integrate its former colonial subjects as full citizens. She examines the long history of racism behind the law as well as the ideological barriers thrown up against Muslim assimilation. She emphasizes the conflicting approaches to sexuality that lie at the heart of the debatehow French supporters of the ban view sexual openness as the standard for normalcy, emancipation, and individuality, and the sexual modesty implicit in the headscarf as proof that Muslims can never become fully French. Scott maintains that the law, far from reconciling religious and ethnic differences, only exacerbates them. She shows how the insistence on homogeneity is no longer feasible for Franceor the West in generaland how it creates the very 'clash of civilizations' said to be at the root of these tensions.The Politics of the Veil calls for a new vision of community where common ground is found amid our differences, and where the embracing of diversitynot its suppressionis recognized as the best path to social harmony.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Politics of the Veil'? A: The main theme revolves around the French government's ban on religious symbols, particularly focusing on the implications for Muslim girls wearing headscarves and the broader issues of integration and racism in France.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Politics of the Veil'? A: The author is Joan Wallach Scott, a prominent scholar known for her work in gender studies.
- Q: What is the publication date of the book? A: The book was published on October 7, 2007.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition of 'The Politics of the Veil' is a hardcover.
- Q: How many pages are in 'The Politics of the Veil'? A: The book contains 224 pages.
- Q: What condition is the used book in? A: The book is in very good condition.
- Q: Is 'The Politics of the Veil' suitable for academic study? A: Yes, the book is suitable for academic study and contributes significantly to discussions on secularism, integration, and identity.
- Q: What are some key features of the book? A: Key features include a rigorous analysis of the law banning headscarves, historical context on racism in France, and arguments for embracing diversity.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: The available edition is the first edition of 'The Politics of the Veil'.
- Q: Are there any notable arguments presented by the author? A: Yes, Joan Wallach Scott argues that the ban exacerbates divisions and calls for a new vision of community that embraces diversity.