Routledge - Gender and Violence in the Middle East Book

This academic work from the UCLA Center for Middle East Development (CMED) examines the complex relationship between Islamism, secularism, and violence against women across the Middle East and North Africa. Published by Routledge, the text provides a deep look at how historical, cultural, religious, social, legal, and political factors shape these issues in the region. Through diverse case studies, the book explores how violence connects to various sources of power, including the state, society, and the family. Readers will find detailed analysis regarding conceptions of violence as both a social and family practice, as well as the role of dominant discourse. This collection features contributions from established scholars both within and outside the region, offering a comprehensive perspective on the social and political forces affecting gender and violence in the Middle East.