by Marnia Lazreg (Author)
Across much of the world today, Muslim women of all ages are increasingly choosing to wear the veil. Is this trend a sign of rising piety or a way of asserting Muslim pride? And does the veil really provide women freedom from sexual harassment? This title examines the inconsistent and inadequate reasons given for the veil.
Format: Paperback
Pages: 168
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Published: 20 Mar 2011
ISBN 10: 0691150087
ISBN 13: 9780691150086