Veiling in Africa

Book Overview

The tradition of the veil, which refers to various cloth coverings of the head, face, and body, has been little studied in Africa, where Islam has been present for more than a thousand years. These lively essays raise questions about what is distinctive about veiling in Africa, what religious histories or practices are reflected in particular uses of the veil, and how styles of veils have changed in response to contemporary events. Together, they...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0253008204
• ISBN13: 9780253008206
• Release Date: June 2013
• Publisher: Indiana University Press
• Length: 248 Pages
• Weight: 0.88 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"
• Grade Range: Postsecondary and higher