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Islamic Society and State Power in Senegal: Disciples and Citizens in Fatick

Book information

Publisher
Cambridge University Press
Year
1995
ISBN
0521460077, 9780521460071
LCC
BP64.S42 F388 1995
Open Library ID
OL1089277M
Language
english
Format
PDF
Filesize
11 MB (11094366 bytes)
Series
African Studies
Pages
360\360
Time added
2011-04-20 14:05:05

Description

The Sufi Muslim orders are the most significant institutions in Senegalese society. While Islamic political groups are often accused of destabilizing African states, Leonardo Villalón argues that these brotherhoods have played a crucial part in making Senegal one of the most stable and democratic of African countries. Focusing on a regional administrative center, he combines a detailed account of grassroots politics with an analysis of national and international political forces. This is a major study that should be read by every student of Islam and African politics.

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