| Being Muslim Revised Edition Contributor(s): Siddiqui, Haroon (Author) |
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ISBN: 0888998872 ISBN-13: 9780888998873 Publisher: Groundwood Books OUR PRICE: $9.00 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: March 2008 Annotation: Since 9/11, the world has been confronted with the most volatile facets of Islam with little explanation of how or why these controversial elements developed. Written by one of North America's most honored journalists, "Being Muslim" presents an up-front and clear explanation of this complex and emotion-laden subject. Although the varying branches of Islam are analyzed and their history outlined, the real focus of the book is on the present. In speaking about and crossing political, cultural, and religious divisions, the author offers a unique perspective based on life in Canada, a country in which diverse groups of people have found a way to live in peace. Aimed at young adults, the book offers invaluable insight to readers of all ages, cultures, and religious traditions. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Nonfiction | Religion - Islam |
| Dewey: 297 |
| Lexile Measure: 1220 |
| Series: Groundwork Guides (Paperback) |
| Physical Information: 0.5" H x 4.9" W x 6.9" (0.30 lbs) 160 pages |
| Themes: - Religious Orientation - Islamic |
| Accelerated Reader Info |
| Quiz #: 109360 Reading Level: 10.0 Interest Level: Upper Grades Point Value: 7.0 |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Long a charged topic in the West, Islam has become incendiary since 9/11, drawing heated reactions from both defenders and critics. The two sides rarely talk, and when they try neither seems to listen. Equally helpful for Muslims and non-Muslims, this book is a cross-cultural attempt to bridge these worlds. Based on the author's travels in Muslim lands and his interviews with experts, Being Muslim examines the impact of terrorism on Muslims and explains how Islam works in the daily lives of believers. Siddiqui dissects the Western media's treatment of Islam and Muslims, shows how extremists are being challenged by a new Islamic generation, and tackles the controversial topics, from terrorism to the treatment of women, that have been used to mischaracterize Islam and its adherents. Being Muslim also shows why there are good reasons to expect a future of mutual understanding. Charts, a glossary, and suggestions for further reading accompany the text. |