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Fatema Mernissi
Fatema Mernissi was a Moroccan sociologist who wrote about the history of women in Islam. Her book The Political Harem uses early religious sources to question modern ideas about gender and power.
الحريم السياسي: النبي والنساء
Synopsis
Fatema Mernissi boldly examines the complex position of women in Arab society, drawing on historical Islamic texts to challenge conventional interpretations. This work, originally published in French, confronts sensitive topics and historical figures with a critical eye, prompting a necessary dialogue in Arabic about differing perspectives and the freedom to explore diverse viewpoints.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the original language of الحريم السياسي: النبي والنساء?
This book was originally published in French under the title "Le Harem Politique: Le Prophète et les Femmes" before being translated into Arabic.
How does this book relate to Fatema Mernissi's other works?
This work is a foundational text in Mernissi's broader exploration of women's roles and power dynamics within Islamic history and society, often drawing on similar critical methodologies as her other scholarly books.
Did الحريم السياسي: النبي والنساء generate any notable discussion or controversy?
The book sparked significant academic and public debate, particularly in the Arab world, for its reinterpretation of historical Islamic texts concerning women and power.