Anthropology: Islamic Societies

Research Guide for topics related to the study of anthropology.

Library Materials - Islamic Societies

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Acts of Courage and Healing - Muslims in America

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Opposing Jihad: Islam vs. Islamists

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Islam: Empire of Faith - The Awakening

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The Seeker: The Life of Muhammad

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The Word and the Sword

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Islam, Empire of Faith, Call Number: 297 I82 DVD (Truax)

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This three-part program documents the rise and growth of Islam throughout the world, from the birth of Prophet Muhammad in the 6th century through the peak of the Ottoman Empire 1000 years later. Discusses the impact of Islamic civilization on world history and culture.

Me and the Mosque: Call Number: 305.48697 M479 DVD

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Journalist and filmmaker Zarqa Nawaz visits mosques throughout Canada and talks to scholars, colleagues, friends and neighbours about equal access for women.

Holy Warriors: Richard the Lionheart and Saladin. Call Number: 940.182 H761 DVD

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The remarkable story of the relationship between the Muslim leader Saladin and the Christian Crusader Richard the Lionheart. Battling in the name of different religions, and filled with blinding cultural ignorance, both shared a faith in one god.

Web Resources - Islam