Sacred Performances: Islam, Sexuality and Sacrifice by M.E. Combs-Schilling - 1989-11-24

Columbia University Press. Used - Good. Former library book; may include library markings. Used book that is in clean, average condition without any missing pages.

NY: Columbia University Press, 1989. 1st. Hardcover. Very Good/Very Good. Hardcover in a bright dust jacket. INSCRIBED BY THE AUTHOR on the red front fly leaf. With penetrating insight Combs-Schilling illuminates the remarkable survival of one of the world's oldest monarchies, still ruling after 1200 years. The author unravels the paradox of this ancient yet progressive institution that has weathered invasion, economic collapse, and colonial assault. The pillars of stability for which political analysts typically search -- military strength, bureaucratic control, and commercial prosperity -- have often been absent in Morocco, sometimes for centuries. How then has the monarchy stood firm? In this remarkable book, Combs-Schilling argues that the answer is to be found in the distinctive forms of ritual practice developed during times of great crises. Unique among Islamic governments, the Moroccan monarchy became cnetral to the popular celebrations of the most sacred rituals of Islam, cloaking itself in… Read More

New York: Columbia University Press, 1989. 1st Edition . Hardcover. Near Fine/Fine. 8vo - over 7¾ - 9¾" tall. Hardcover. First Edition. Near Fine. No marks. Fine complete dust jacket. Map. B&W and color photographs. Glossary. Bibliography. Index. Islam, Sexuality, and Sacrifice.

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Columbia University Press, 1989. Hardcover in fine condition with fine dust jacket.. Hardcover. Fine/Fine.

Columbia University Press, 1989-01-01. Hardcover. New. New. In shrink wrap. Looks like an interesting title!