53 pages • 1 hour read
Lila Abu-LughodVeiled Sentiments
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1986A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
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Chapter 1: "Guest and Daughter"
Chapter 2: "Identity in Relationship"
Chapter 3: "Honor and the Virtues of Autonomy"
Chapter 4: "Modesty, Gender, and Sexuality"
Chapter 5: "The Poetry of Personal Life"
Chapter 6: "Honor and Poetic Vulnerability"
Chapter 7: "Modesty and the Poetry of Love"
Chapter 8: "Ideology and the Politics of Sentiment"
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Lila Abu-Lughod's Veiled Sentiments is praised for its in-depth ethnographic study and sensitive portrayal of the Awlad 'Ali Bedouins. Critics highlight its accessible writing and rich insights into gender and poetry, though some argue it occasionally over-romanticizes its subjects. Overall, the book is celebrated for its contribution to anthropological literature.
Who Should Read Veiled Sentiments?
Ideal for readers of Veiled Sentiments are those interested in anthropology, gender studies, and Middle Eastern cultures. They appreciate detailed ethnographic studies, similar to Guests of the Sheik by Elizabeth Warnock Fernea or Women Writing Culture edited by Ruth Behar and Deborah A. Gordon. These readers value deep cultural insights and personal narratives.
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