The Veil and the Male Elite: A Feminist Interpretation of Women's Rights in Islam

by Fatema Mernissi

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Overview

Convinced that the veil is a symbol of unjust male authority over women, in The Veil and the Male Elite, Moroccan feminist Fatima Mernissi aims to investigate the origins of the practice in the first Islamic community.

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Book details & editions

ISBN	0201632217
Publisher	Basic Books
Publication date	January 1988
Language	English
Pages	228 pages

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About the Author

Fatema Mernissi

Known for writing in a clear, engaging, and easy-to-follow style. The work feels natural and flows smoothly, making it enjoyable from beginning to end.