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Women and Gender in Islam: Historical Roots of a Modern Debate,New
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Destined to become a classic. . . . It gives [Muslim women] back our rightful place, at the center of our histories.Rana Kabbani, The Guardian[O]ne of the best studies of Islams discourse on gender.Hans Kundnani, Wall Street JournalThis book stands out as particularly original, insightful and sensitive.Foreign AffairsAre Islamic societies inherently oppressive to women? Is the trend among Islamic women to appear once again in veils and other traditional clothing a symbol of regression or an effort to return to a pure Islam that was just and fair to both sexes? In this book Leila Ahmed adds a new perspective to the current debate about women and Islam by exploring its historical roots, tracing the developments in Islamic discourses on women and gender from the ancient world to the present.In order to distinguish what was distinctive about the earliest Islamic doctrine on women, Ahmed first describes the gender systems in place in the Middle East before the rise of Islam. She then focuses on those Arab societies that played a key role in elaborating the dominant Islamic discourses about women and gender: Arabia during the period in which Islam was founded; Iraq during the classical age, when the prescriptive core of legal and religious discourse on women was formulated; and Egypt during the nineteenth and twentieth centuries, when exposure to Western societies led to dramatic social change and to the emergence of new discourses on women. Throughout, Ahmed not only considers the Islamic texts in which central ideologies about women and gender developed or were debated but also places this discourse in its social and historical context. Her book is thus a fascinating survey of Islamic debates and ideologies about women and the historical circumstances of their position in society, the first such discussion using the analytic tools of contemporary gender studies.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Women and Gender in Islam' by Leila Ahmed? A: The main theme of the book explores the historical roots of the discourse on women and gender in Islamic societies, challenging perceptions of oppression and examining how these views have evolved over time.
- Q: How does the author approach the topic of gender in Islamic history? A: Leila Ahmed traces the development of Islamic discourses on women from ancient times to the present, analyzing the historical context and social dynamics that have influenced these discourses.
- Q: What are some key historical periods discussed in the book? A: The book discusses several key periods including the rise of Islam in Arabia, the classical age in Iraq, and the social changes in Egypt during the nineteenth and twentieth centuries.
- Q: Is this book suitable for readers with no prior knowledge of Islamic studies? A: Yes, the book is accessible to general readers and provides a thorough introduction to the historical context of women and gender in Islam.
- Q: What type of research methodology does Leila Ahmed use in her analysis? A: Ahmed employs a combination of historical analysis and contemporary gender studies to examine Islamic texts and their social implications.
- Q: How does the book address modern debates about women in Islam? A: The book situates modern debates within their historical context, providing insights into how past ideologies shape current discussions about women's roles in Islamic societies.
- Q: What is the book's publication date and edition? A: The book was published on July 28, 1993, and is available in a reissue edition.
- Q: What kind of audience would benefit from reading this book? A: The book is beneficial for academics, students, and anyone interested in gender studies, Islamic history, or social sciences.
- Q: Are there any notable reviews or accolades for this book? A: Yes, the book has been praised by notable sources such as The Guardian and Foreign Affairs for its originality and insight.
- Q: What is the page count and format of the book? A: The book has 304 pages and is available in paperback format.