Annelies Moors Livres

Exploring the intersection of Islamic law and social practice, the book delves into the property rights of Palestinian women in the Jabal Nablus region. Through an anthropological lens, it highlights how access to property varies by inheritance, dower, and labor, influenced by social background. The narratives of women from diverse socioeconomic statuses reveal the complexities of claiming rights and the contexts in which they may relinquish property for other benefits. The author's analysis, enriched by court records, connects local traditions with broader political and economic shifts.

Focusing on the marriages of Twelver Shi'a Muslims across various countries, this edited volume presents a comparative study highlighting the diverse practices and cultural contexts of marriage in Iran, Pakistan, Oman, Indonesia, Norway, and the Netherlands. The contributions from different authors provide unique insights into the customs and traditions that shape the marital experiences of Shi'a Muslims, making it a significant resource for understanding these varied cultural practices.

Examining different forms of resistance among Shi'i women in the Middle East and Europe, this book studies the performance of sectarian and gender power relations as expressed in Shi'i ritual practices. It provides a new transnational approach to researching gender agency in contemporary Islamic movements in both the Middle East and Europe.