Veiled Superheroes - Islam, Feminism, and Popular Culture (Hardcover)


This groundbreaking study examines Muslim female superheroes within a matrix of Islamic theology, feminism, and contemporary political discourse. Through a close reading of texts including Ms. Marvel, Qahera, and The 99, Sophia Rose Arjana argues that these powerful and iconic characters reflect independence and agency, reflecting the diverse lives of Muslim girls and women in the world today.

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This groundbreaking study examines Muslim female superheroes within a matrix of Islamic theology, feminism, and contemporary political discourse. Through a close reading of texts including Ms. Marvel, Qahera, and The 99, Sophia Rose Arjana argues that these powerful and iconic characters reflect independence and agency, reflecting the diverse lives of Muslim girls and women in the world today.

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Imprint

Lexington Books

Country of origin

United States

Release date

November 2017

Availability

Expected to ship within 12 - 17 working days

Authors

As told to

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Dimensions

239 x 158 x 17mm (L x W x T)

Format

Hardcover

Pages

178

ISBN-13

978-1-4985-3652-3

Barcode

9781498536523

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LSN

1-4985-3652-2



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