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A Matter of Fate: The Concept of Fate in the Arab World As Reflected in Modern
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A Matter of Fate: The Concept of Fate in the Arab World As Reflected in Modern Arabic Literature Hardcover - 2001 - 1st Edition

by Cohen-Mor, Dalya

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Oxford, New York, London: Oxford University Press, 2001. Book. Near Fine. Hardcover. 1st Edition. 9 1/4 h x 6 1/4w. A real nice clean 352 page first edition hardcover with 1 low in number line. Has remainder mark. Examines the evolution of the concept of fate in the Arab world through readings of religious texts, poetry, fiction, and folklore. She contends that belief in fate has retained its vitality and continues to play a pivotal role in the Arabs' outlook on life and their social psychology. Interwoven with the chapters are 16 modern short stories that further illuminate this fascinating topic..
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  • Title A Matter of Fate: The Concept of Fate in the Arab World As Reflected in Modern Arabic Literature
  • Author Cohen-Mor, Dalya
  • Binding Hardcover
  • Edition number 1st
  • Edition 1st Edition
  • Condition Used - Near Fine
  • Pages 352
  • Volumes 1
  • Language ENG
  • Publisher Oxford University Press, Oxford, New York, London
  • Date 2001
  • Bookseller's Inventory # 7671
  • ISBN 9780195133981 / 0195133986
  • Weight 1.45 lbs (0.66 kg)
  • Dimensions 9.53 x 6.51 x 1.09 in (24.21 x 16.54 x 2.77 cm)
  • Reading level 1290
  • Themes
    • Cultural Region: Middle Eastern
    • Religious Orientation: Islamic
  • Library of Congress subjects Fate and fatalism in literature, Arabic literature - 20th century - History
  • Library of Congress Catalog Number 99030401
  • Dewey Decimal Code 892.709

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The primary basis of Islam is the Qur'an, revealed to the prophet Muhammed by God through his angel Gabriel.

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  • Choice, 11/01/2001, Page 504

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