Djinnology An Illuminated Compendium of Spirits and Stories from the Muslim World
"Lurking in the corner of your living room, perhaps reading this sentence over your shoulder right now, is an often invisible creature that is everywhere and nowhere. Djinn are the cool breezes in warm rooms, the materializations of your deepest desires, the monsters waiting beneath your bed. They h...
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| Language: | English |
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San Francisco :
Chronicle Books,
2023.
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| Summary: | "Lurking in the corner of your living room, perhaps reading this sentence over your shoulder right now, is an often invisible creature that is everywhere and nowhere. Djinn are the cool breezes in warm rooms, the materializations of your deepest desires, the monsters waiting beneath your bed. They have appeared in the stories of Muslim communities across time and throughout the world, but this is the first comprehensive illustrated guide to these beguiling creatures. Emmy Award-winning journalist Seema Yasmin and Pulitzer Prize-winning illustrator Fahmida Azim invite readers into the world of djinn, whether they are practicing Muslims steeped in the stories from childhood or are simply curious about Islamic culture and international folklore. Cultural and religious context, poetic reflections, and a collection of spooky tales are all nestled within a compelling narrative about a contemporary scientist discovering the djinn realm. This book shines a light on a long-overlooked yet dazzling rich subject"-- |
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| Physical Description: | pages illustrations cm |
| ISBN: | 9781797214818 |
| Author Notes: | Fahmida Azim is a Pulitzer Prize and Golden Kite-winning illustrator. Her work spans a wide range, including editorial illustration, graphic journalism, and illustrated children's books. Her experience in depicting both real and unreal stories made her uniquely qualified to assist Dr. N in bringing to life her research on the world of djinn. She's currently based in Seattle, Washington. You can find more at fahmida-azim.com. |
