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Questioning the veil

by Marnia Lazreg

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First published: 2009 1 language ISBN: 9781400830923
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Examines the inconsistent and inadequate reasons given for the veil worn by Muslim women, and points to the dangers and limitations of this highly questionable cultural practice.
Subjects
Muslim women Islam Religious aspects of Veils Veils Hijab (Islamic clothing) Clothing and dress 11.84 Islam: other 71.31 sexes and their interrelations Muslims Women

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