Challenging Cosmopolitanism: Coercion, Mobility and Displacement in Islamic Asia

This book explores how power and violence have shaped the experiences of Sufis, state-builders, refugees, and rebels, contributing to a more nuanced understanding of Islamic cosmopolitanism.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 272 pages
Publication date: 31 May 2020
Publisher: Edinburgh University Press

This book delves into the intricate interplay of power, violence, and the experiences of diverse groups, including Sufis, state-builders, refugees, and rebels, in China and Southeast Asia. Through extensive historical and ethnographic research, it sheds light on how these factors have shaped their lives and contributed to a deeper understanding of Islamic cosmopolitanism.

The book explores the complex relationship between power, violence, and the experiences of various groups in China and Southeast Asia, including Sufis, state-builders, refugees, and rebels. Through extensive historical and ethnographic research, it seeks to understand how these factors have shaped their lives and contributed to a more nuanced understanding of Islamic cosmopolitanism.

Power and violence have played a significant role in shaping the experiences of these groups. The book examines how power dynamics have influenced the formation of Sufi communities and their interactions with state-builders and other religious groups. It also explores how violence, such as religious persecution and political instability, has forced individuals to flee their homes and seek refuge in other parts of the world.

Refugees and rebels have also been impacted by power and violence. The book examines how they have used religious beliefs and practices to resist oppression and create new communities. It also explores how they have been subjected to violence and discrimination by state-builders and other groups.

The book argues that a more comprehensive understanding of Islamic cosmopolitanism requires a consideration of the experiences of these diverse groups. It emphasizes the importance of recognizing the diversity of Islamic practices and beliefs and the ways in which they have been influenced by local cultures and historical contexts.

In conclusion, this book offers a valuable contribution to the study of Islamic cosmopolitanism and provides a deeper understanding of the complex relationships between power, violence, and the experiences of diverse groups in China and Southeast Asia. It is a must-read for scholars and students interested in the study of religion, politics, and culture.

Weight: 420g
Dimension: 154 x 234 x 24 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781474435109