Veiled Superheroes

Islam, Feminism, and Popular Culture

Nonfiction, Social & Cultural Studies, Social Science, Gender Studies, Feminism & Feminist Theory, Religion & Spirituality, Middle East Religions, Islam, Cultural Studies, Popular Culture
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Author: Sophia Rose Arjana ISBN: 9781498536530
Publisher: Lexington Books Publication: November 1, 2017
Imprint: Lexington Books Language: English
Author: Sophia Rose Arjana
ISBN: 9781498536530
Publisher: Lexington Books
Publication: November 1, 2017
Imprint: Lexington Books
Language: English
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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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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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