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African Muslim Names: Images and Identities (Paperback)

by Sharifa M. Zawawi (Author)

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African muslim names discusses the social and cultural significance of proper names. It explains how names are chosen for newborns in African societies.

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Paperback: 186 pages
Publisher: Africa World Press (August 1998)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0865435731
ISBN-13: 978-0865435735
Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 5.5 x 0.6 inches
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i WAS ACTUALLY LOOKING FOR A SPECIFIC MEANING FOR A SPECIFIC NAME. i WOULD HAVE LIKED TO HAVE HAD THE OPPOURTUNITY TO RESEARCH WHEATER OR NOT MY SON'S NAME IS EVEN INCLUDED IN THE BOOK.

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