Uncover the complex social fabric of Muslim worlds with profound anthropological insights. This collection presents cutting-edge ethnographic research exploring Islam’s significance in diverse societies, spanning from Kenya to South Asia and China. Engage with scholarly analysis of Islam’s evolving relationship with contemporary life, grounded in thirty years of fieldwork. Discover methods for sensitive study within Muslim communities. Essential for students, researchers, and anyone keen to understand world religions and cultural diversity beyond the Middle East, this book offers a vital counterpoint to common assumptions about Islam’s public presence.