Islamic Society and State Power in Senegal Disciples and Citizens in Fatick |
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| Author:
| Villalón, Leonardo A. |
| Contribution by:
| Anderson, David
Brown, Carolyn
Clapham, Christopher
Gomez, Michael
Manning, Patrick
Robinson, David |
| Series title: | African Studies |
| ISBN: | 978-0-521-46007-1 |
| Publication Date: | Feb 1995 |
| Publisher: | Cambridge University Press
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| Book Format: | Hardback |
| List Price: | USD $161.00 |
Book Description:
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In Senegal, Sufi Muslim orders have contributed significantly to democracy and stability, Leo Villalon's superb study of these orders combines a detailed account of local politics with an analysis of national and international political forces. It should be read by every student of Islam and African politics.
In Senegal, Sufi Muslim orders have contributed significantly to democracy and stability, Leo Villalon's superb study of these orders combines a detailed account of local politics with an analysis of national and international political forces. It should be read by every student of Islam and African politics.