Young American Muslims : dynamics of identity
Item
Title
Young American Muslims : dynamics of identity
Creator
Kabir, Nahid Afrose
Date
2012
Publisher
Edinburgh University Press
Description
What is it like to be a young Muslim in America? Many young Americans cherish an American dream, 'that all men are created equal. And the election of America’s first black President in 2008 has shown that America has moved forward. Yet since 9/11 Muslim Americans have faced renewed challenges, with their loyalty and sense of belonging being questioned. Nahid Kabir takes you on a journey into the ideas, outlooks and identity of young Muslims in Florida, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, New York and Virginia. Based on around 400 in-depth interviews with young Muslims, discover the similarities and differences between ethnic and racial groups such as Iranians, Arab Americans and African Americans. Find out how they rate President Obama as a national and world leader, where they stand on the Israeli-Palestine issue and how the media impacts on them.
Subject
Muslims -- United States -- Ethnic identity
Muslim youth -- United States -- Ethnic identity
Muslims -- United States -- Attitudes
Language
English
isbn
978-0-7486-6993-6
