Based on twelve case studies (Senegal; Mali; Nigeria; Niger; Chad; Sudan; Ethiopia; Somalia; Kenya; Tanzania; Zanzibar and the Comoros); this book looks at patterns and peculiarities of different traditions of Islamic reform. Considering both Sufi- and Salafi-oriented movements in their respective historical contexts; it stresses the importance of the local context to explain the different trajectories of development. The book studies the social; religious and political impact of these reform movements in both historical and contemporary times and asks why some have become successful as popular mass movements; while others failed to attract substantial audiences. It also considers jihad-minded movements in contemporary Mali; northern Nigeria and Somalia and looks at modes of transnational entanglement of movements of reform. Against the background of a general inquiry into what constitutes 'reform'; the text responds to the question of what 'reform' actually means for Muslims in contemporary Africa.
#770662 in Books imusti 2014-09-01Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 8.00 x .80 x 5.00l; .67 #File Name: 0745956645272 pagesLion Hudson
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. feeling transported back to a time before I was born that has always been one of great personal interest to meBy Joy FarringtonI read this cover to cover in a week; feeling transported back to a time before I was born that has always been one of great personal interest to me; and discovering a whole new story. Mair Russel-Jones is a woman worthy of spending the time to get to know through this book and Gethin Russel-Jones has beautifully pieced it all together in a way that completely captures the reader and gives honour to a huge and vital part of British history.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. good for the back storyBy Susan ApsleyI liked the surrounding story but I don't think I would have had much in common with Ms Russell-Jones.2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. One of the best Non-Fiction books I have read latelyBy Charleen WozniakOne of the best Non-Fiction books I have read lately. I learn a great deal and the story line gave me the need to learn more.
