Islamophobia and Everyday Multiculturalism in Australia

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Focusing on the perpetrators of Islamophobia in Australia, the book delves into the responses toward the Muslim community in everyday interactions. Through ethnographic research, it highlights the perceptions of Muslims among both Anglo and non-Anglo Australians, emphasizing how whiteness influences minority responses. By examining historical and contemporary contexts, it reveals how racial exclusion shapes behaviors, illustrating how national and global events, alongside political rhetoric, contribute to the normalization of Islamophobic practices.