{"product_id":"9789392099380","title":"The Hijab","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis non-fiction collection gathers historical, ethnographic, and political essays to explore the hijab as a contested symbol across South Asia and beyond. It examines how coverings and unveilings shape personal choices, public policy, and national conversations. Written for curious readers—students, scholars, and general readers interested in gender, religion, and modern history—the tone is thoughtful, balanced, and investigative, inviting readers to rethink debates around clothing, identity, and citizenship.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eContent is presented as a carefully curated lineup of essays from India, Bangladesh, and Iran, blending historical analysis with ethnographic detail and political context. The writing is rigorous yet accessible, guiding readers through regional variations, shifts in practice, and the social forces that push toward or away from veiling. The volume treats clothing as a meaningful site of identity, rights, and power, not merely a personal preference.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReaders encounter diverse voices that examine why coverings matter in law, policy, and daily life, and how modern digital discourse intersects with tradition and public life. The essay-format invites focused reading and cross-cultural comparison, helping readers see the common threads and distinct differences in how communities negotiate dress, agency, and belonging.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eInterdisciplinary perspectives (history, ethnography, political analysis)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRegional scope with voices from India, Bangladesh, and Iran\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExploration of clothing as a site of identity, rights, and public discourse\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eClear, accessible prose that appeals to both scholars and general readers\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEngaging contrasts between veiling and unveiling across contexts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eReaders emerge with a nuanced understanding of how dress intersects with citizenship, gender, and culture, plus the skills to engage in informed conversations about rights and identity in diverse societies. The book builds curiosity, critical thinking, and a more empathetic perspective that lasts beyond the last page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Crossword.in","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48516809818329,"sku":"9789392099380","price":540.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0648\/3066\/9017\/files\/911rX0-_GUL._SL1500.jpg?v=1779263273","url":"https:\/\/www.crossword.in\/products\/9789392099380","provider":"Crossword.in ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}