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Female whirling dervishes reclaiming Afghanistan’s Sufi heritage
Female whirling dervishes reclaiming Afghanistan’s Sufi heritage

A female-led whirling dervish group based in Afghanistan, is reclaiming the country’s deep-rooted Sufi heritage.

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Interview with Jason Webster: Author of ‘Andalus’

It was an absolute pleasure to talk with Jason Webster (author and historian) about his book ‘Andalus’, and to ask him more about the history and impact of Moorish rule on Spain.

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Review of: ‘From Shamanism to Sufism’
Review of: ‘From Shamanism to Sufism’

This book explores the history of women, Islam and culture in Central Asia. Central Asia is a land filled with an ancient culture and heritage. Islam came to these lands in the 8th century and it became the height of civilisation, learning and trade.

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Review of: ‘Forty Rules of Love’
Review of: ‘Forty Rules of Love’

The Forty Rules of Love by Turkish writer, Elif Shafaq, is a really heart-warming story. Elif Shafaq is one my favourite authors. I think she's a vey accomplished writer. She puts a lot of social conscience themes into what she is writing.

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Palace in the Mist: An Historical Review (Copy)
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Palace in the Mist: An Historical Review (Copy)

Ayse Osmanoglu’s Palace in the Mist is the third novel in her Ottoman family saga and continues the remarkable story of Sultan Murad V’s descendants after decades of imprisonment in Çırağan Palace.

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“Without Islam there would be no Shakespeare”

William Shakespeare (1564-1616), England’s most famous playwright and symbol of Britishness, made heavy use of use of Muslim figures, objects and places in his works. On Shakespeare Day (23 April), I am remembering the close connection he had with the Islamic world in his works.

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‘The Gilded Cage on the Bosphorus’: Review
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‘The Gilded Cage on the Bosphorus’: Review

A nineteenth century Ottoman Sultan ousted from his throne after only three months by his younger brother and then imprisoned for 28 years, is the plot of this gripping novel ‘The Gilded Cage on the Bosphorus’ by Ayse Osmanoglu.

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