Author: Brooks, Geraldine,
Title: Nine Parts of Desire: the hidden world of Islamic women.
Description: NY, Anchor, (1995). 21st ptg. VG PB. Brooks' intrepid journey toward an understanding of women behind the veils & their often contradictory political,. religious & cultural forces that shape their lives. She illustrates how Islam's holiest texts have been misused to justify repression of women & how male pride & power have warped the original message of a once liberating faith.

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