{"product_id":"politics-gender-and-the-islamic-past-9780231079990","title":"Politics Gender and the Islamic Past","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExamines the life of 'A'isha bint Abi Bakr, Muhammad's most beloved and controversial wife, and a central figure in Islamic cultural history. Instead of employing the traditional chronological technique of the biographer, however, Spellberg uses 'A'isha as a lens through which to examine the place of women in Islamic societies.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrade Review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe book is a rare treat. Well researched and well written, it approaches the issue of Islamic biography from a fresh and engaging perspective... An exciting contribution to the developing body of literature identified under the general but changing rubric of feminist. International Journal of Middle East Studies\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePreface and Acknowledgments 1. Approaches to the Study of a Legacy: An Introduction 2. Priveledges and Problems: The Shaping of 'A'isha's Historical Persona 3. The Accusation of Adultery and Communal Debate 4. Gender and the Politics of Succession 5. The Politics of Praise: 'A'isha and the Development of Islamic Female Ideals 6. The Last Word: A Note in Conclusion Notes Glossary Bibliography Index Illustrations","brand":"Columbia University Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49400188600663,"sku":"9780231079990","price":27.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1739\/5799\/files\/9780231079990.jpg?v=1730470010","url":"https:\/\/bookcurl.com\/products\/politics-gender-and-the-islamic-past-9780231079990","provider":"Book Curl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}