audiobook The Politics of Latino Faith: Religion; Identity; and Urban Community by Catherine E. Wilson in History

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Besa is a code of honor deeply rooted in Albanian culture and incorporated in the faith of Albanian Muslims. It dictates a moral behavior so absolute that nonadherence brings shame and dishonor on oneself and one's family. Simply stated; it demands that one take responsibility for the lives of others in their time of need. In Albania and Kosovo; Muslims sheltered; at grave risk to themselves and their families; not only the Jews of their cities and villages; but thousands of Jews fleeing the Nazis from other European countries. Over a five-year period; photographer Norman H. Gershman sought out; photographed; and collected these powerful and moving stories of heroism in Besa: Muslims Who Saved Jews in World War II. The book reveals a hidden period in history; slowly emerging after the fall of an isolationist communist regime; and shows the compassionate side of ordinary people in saving Jews. They acted within their true Muslim faith.