Nana Asma'u — A Female Ideal — Patricia Mons | Al Bouraq

Overview

Discover the inspiring story of Nana Asma'u, an African woman, Muslim, and pioneer of the 19th century. This book explores how an exceptional woman embodied dignity, spiritual leadership, and social commitment at the heart of West African Muslim society. A portrait that celebrates powerful women whose legacy continues to inspire today.

Content

• The story of Nana Asma'u: woman, African, and Muslim with three strong identities
• The traditional role of women in African Muslim communities: mistresses of worship, regents, and collectors
• Historical struggles for the recognition of women's dignity and role in humanity
• The encounter between Islam and deeply rooted African traditions in the 19th century
• Social and religious changes generated by these female figures of leadership
• An inspiring model for understanding Islam through a feminine lens and women's social commitment

For whom?

Ideal for Muslim women seeking historical and spiritual references, students of African and Islamic history, readers interested in the role of women in Islam, and all those who wish to discover forgotten female figures in history.

The author

Patricia Mons is a recognized specialist in African history and the presence of Islam in West Africa. Her research work highlights the exceptional trajectories of African Muslim women often absent from dominant historical narratives.

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