Women between Submission and Freedom : An Interpretation of Social and Political Misogyny / by Huda Sharawi.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Sharawi, Huda, Author.

Series:

Transgressions, Cultural Studies and Education , 2214-9740

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Education.

Local Subjects:

Education.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (113 pages) : illustrations.

Edition:

1st ed. 2017.

Place of Publication:

Rotterdam : SensePublishers : Imprint: SensePublishers, 2017.

Summary:

Women between Submission and Freedom is a cultural, historical, and spiritual inquiry into the nature of contemporary Eastern and Western society which highlights the gender inequality plaguing contemporary Arabian culture. The author has witnessed first-hand the role of cultural influences in her religion and society. Her analysis begins with personal stories and everyday instances of misogynistic behavior suffered by herself and those around her. The author delivers an important message about the deception and brainwashing of women in these communities. She bears witness to a culture which has taught women to be submissive and accept the fact that their societal value only exists in relation and deference to men. Whether through direct or indirect pressure, such communities reduce the innate human value of women, at the same time as the patriarchal system reduces them to virtual slavery. This systematic denigration includes not only the misogynistic mentality, but the historical suppression of women’s ideas and creations. The author explores the portrayal of women in a range of religions that employ gender-based social intimidation under the cloak of religion. The interpretation of these verses is based on the societal values and politics of those who lead and protect the patriarchal system. To them, religion is not an ethos, but a weapon.

Contents:

Preliminary Material

The Eastern Community

Behind All Eyes Is a Story

Women Within History

Abrahamic (Monotheistic) Religions and Women

The Weird Creature

References.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Description based on publisher supplied metadata and other sources.

ISBN:

9789463510714

9463510710

OCLC:

994110727