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Performing Piety: Singers and Actors in Egypt's Islamic Revival
Performing Piety Singers and Actors in Egypt's Islamic Revival
Author: Karin van Nieuwkerk
In the 1980s, Egypt witnessed a growing revival of religiosity among large sectors of the population, including artists. Many pious stars retired from art, ?repented? from ?sinful? activities, and dedicated themselves to worship, preaching, and charity. Their public conversions were influential in spreading piety to the Egyptian upper class duri...  more »
ISBN-13: 9780292745865
ISBN-10: 0292745869
Publication Date: 10/1/2013
Pages: 332
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Publisher: University of Texas Press
Book Type: Hardcover
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