Islam and Gender

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The book delves into the impact of the 1979 Islamic Revolution on women's rights in Iran, highlighting the challenges posed by Sharia law. It features insightful interviews with clerics in Qom, revealing diverse interpretations of gender within Islamic jurisprudence. Ziba Mir-Hosseini examines how these religious leaders navigate the complexities of women's aspirations, illustrating both the resistance and gradual evolution of ideas surrounding justice for women in contemporary Iran.