Questioning the veil open letters to Muslim women / Marnia Lazreg.

Author/creator Lazreg, Marnia
Format Electronic
Publication InfoPrinceton : Princeton University Press,
Descriptionx, 156 p. ; 23 cm.
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Contents Letter one: modesty -- Letter two: sexual harassment -- Letter three: cultural identity -- Letter four: conviction and piety -- Letter five: why women should not wear the veil.
Abstract Examines the inconsistent and inadequate reasons given for the veil worn by Muslim women, and points to the dangers and limitations of this highly questionable cultural practice.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references (p. [146]-151) and index.
Access restrictionAvailable only to authorized users.
Technical detailsMode of access: World Wide Web
Genre/formElectronic books.
LCCN 2009003499
ISBN9780691138183 (alk. paper)
ISBN0691138184 (alk. paper)