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Islam and Popular Culture in Indonesia and Malaysia

SKU: 9780415565189

21,240.00

Explore the vibrant tapestry of Islam beyond stereotypes in Southeast Asia. This insightful study delves into the dynamic popular cultures of Islam in Indonesia and Malaysia, revealing how media, songs, films, and narratives shape daily life for millions. Understand the nuances of Islamisation, dispelling monolithic views and highlighting Islam’s commercialized, pleasure-filled, and contested dimensions. Essential for students and scholars of religious studies, cultural anthropology, and anyone keen to grasp the diverse, performative nature of Islamic expression in contemporary South East Asia through captivating case studies.

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