The Past and Present of Women in the Muslim World.

Keddie, Nikki R.

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ERIC Number: EJ407705

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Publication Date: 1990

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The Past and Present of Women in the Muslim World.

Keddie, Nikki R.

Journal of World History, v1 n1 p77-108 Spr 1990

Traces the history of Muslim women from ancient times to the present. Discusses the practice of veiling and its significance. Compares the status of women before and after the Qur'an. Delineates the class differences between Muslim women. Analyzes Muslim women under Islamic law, concentrating on laws governing marriage, sex, and divorce. (RW)

Descriptors: Divorce, Economic Status, Females, Higher Education, Islamic Culture, Laws, Marriage, Middle Eastern History, Muslims, Non Western Civilization, Religion, Sex, Sex Bias, Social Status, Spouses, Womens History, Womens Studies, World History

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive

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Language: English

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